We are looking for a passionate, friendly and hard-working Lead Practitioner to join our nursery team based at Chestnut Nursery School Markyate.

This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, following a shift pattern. Markyate is open between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00.

The successful applicant will need to be able to lead a team, have understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS) and have a strong passion for a child-centred approach to play and learning. As a Lead Childcare Practitioner you are a key member of the nursery team, working closely with the families who access the nursery and being responsible for ensuring the delivery of high quality care and learning opportunities.

Key Duties

• Being a key person carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families according to the EYFS.

• Promoting and supporting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.

• Take necessary steps to safeguard all who access the setting, adhering to the safeguarding policy.

• Ensuring the health, safety and well-being of the children at all times.

• Flexible in working hours if required.

• Support daily routines.

• Follow policies and procedures.

• Leading team members.

• Light cleaning duties.

• Maintain a high level of supervision.

• Maintain confidentiality.

Position Requirements

Required

• DBS will be undertaken.

• Child-centred approach to play and learning.

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS).

• Excellent organisation skills and time-management.

• Qualified Level 3.

• Knowledge & understanding of safeguarding (training provided).

Desired

• On the update service.

• 1 years+ experience.

• Excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS).

We are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment with Chestnut Nursery School Limited. All employees are expected to understand and promote our Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Policy in the course of their work.

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references.