Seasonal Nursery Practitioner

Job Overview

Join Childbase Partnership as Seasonal Nursery Practitioner, location: Nursery on the Green, Redbourn, AL3 7NB. Permanent role offering 0 hours per week with varied shifts Monday Friday 07 30 during academic holiday periods.

Working Hours & Compensation

Salary: £12.87 £14.33 per hour.

Benefits

• Long service rewards
• Qualification bonuses
• Retail discounts
• Free meals, mental health & occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and free will writing service
• Team inset days, online training and apprenticeships through our academy

About the Employer

We are employee owned, consistently ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for Ofsted outcomes, environmentally responsible (Green Flag awards, 100% renewable energy) and community driven.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Provide nurturing care for babies and children up to five years old.
• Implement EYFS aligned activities planned by the Key Person, encouraging play and exploration.
• Collect observations contributing to each child's learning journey.
• Ensure a safe, valued and happy environment promoting well being.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and children, building positive relationships.

Qualifications & Skills

• DfE approved early years qualification at Level2 or above is advantageous (not essential).
• Experience caring for babies and young children, ideally in an early years setting.
• Knowledge of child development and EYFS curriculum.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and a commitment to child protection practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate positively.

Requirements

• Reside within a commutable distance of the nursery.
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).
• Pass an Enhanced DBS check.

EEO Statement

We welcome applicants of all ages (17+ due to Ofsted rules) and backgrounds, and are committed to fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and engagement, considering reasonable adjustments as required.