Job Description
Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or Above)
Essendene Lodge Nursery | Caterham, Surrey (CR3)
Permanent | Year-Round | Up to £30,379 FTE (DOE) | Now Offering 4-Day-Per-Week Contracts!
Inspire Young Learners at Essendene Lodge Nursery!
At Essendene Lodge Nursery, we know that exceptional early years education starts with exceptional people. That's why we're committed to creating a warm, supportive environment where our team feels valued, encouraged and inspired every day.
Part of the Inspired Learning Group, Essendene Lodge Nursery is a welcoming, child-centred setting in Caterham, caring for children from 3 months to 5 years. We provide a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop confidence through meaningful play and learning experiences. As part of a wider family of schools and nurseries, you'll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and the support of a collaborative network of Early Years professionals.
We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or above) to join our friendly team. Whether you're looking for a better work-life balance with our new 4-day working week option or a setting where your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. You'll:
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress and development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Support children's wellbeing, confidence and independence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a welcoming, inclusive and inspiring environment.
• Help ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and care.
We're looking for someone who has:
• A DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young children achieve the very best start in life.
Why join Essendene Lodge Nursery?
We believe our people are our greatest strength, so we invest in helping them succeed.
We offer:
• Up to £30,379 FTE, depending on experience.
• NEW 4-day-per-week contracts for improved work-life balance.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Discounted childcare.
• Free lunch during your working day.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within Inspired Learning Group.
• A welcoming, experienced and supportive team.
• A caring nursery where both children and colleagues are encouraged to thrive.
If you're looking for a nursery where you'll be appreciated, supported and able to make a real difference every day, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
Apply today and help inspire the next generation.
For more information, please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or danielle.james@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk.
Safeguarding Statement
Essendene Lodge Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.