Job Description
Nursery: St Nicholas Nursery, NW9
Position(s): Nursery Practitioner, Full-Time
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
You will need a minimum Level 3 qualification (DfE Early Years Qualification Framework approved).
**About Us**
St. Nicholas Nursery is seeking passionate and nurturing individuals to join our team of early childhood educators in Wembley. Our nurturing and play-based environment fosters the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children aged 6 months to 5 years. As a member of our dedicated staff, you will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of young learners and their families.
**Benefits**
At St Nicholas Nursery, we believe in rewarding our hardworking and passionate team. Our benefits package includes:
a competitive salary with annual reviews
discounted childcare
generous holiday allowance
access to healthcare and wellness support
a range of discounts across various brands and services.
daily free lunches for all staff
and more!
**Responsibilities**
Plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years
Keep detailed records of children's progress and reflect on learning practices
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with parents and carers
Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and hygiene, following all child protection and safeguarding guidelines
Provide support and collaborate with fellow nursery staff
**Requirements**
Full and Relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential)
Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Assistant or similar)
Strong knowledge and understanding 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.
St Nicholas 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).