Job Description
Early Years Practitioner (Full-Time)
The Orchard Day Nursery, SW19
Salary: £22,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications/experience)
Hours: 40 hrs/week, Monday to Friday
About Us
The Orchard Day Nursery offers a nurturing, stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years in Wimbledon. Our play-based curriculum and dedicated staff promote early learning in a modern, well-equipped setting.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual reviews
Discounted childcare
Generous holiday allowance
Access to healthcare and wellness support
Discounts across various brands and services
Daily free lunches
And more!
Responsibilities
Plan and implement engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years
Keep records of children's progress and reflect on learning
Build strong relationships with parents and carers
Maintain high safety, cleanliness, and hygiene standards
Support and collaborate with fellow staff
Requirements
Full and relevant Level 2 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential)
Previous experience working with children (e.g. Nursery Nurse, Assistant)
Knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the Early Years Framework
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
The Orchard Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).