Early Years Practitioner

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work under the general direction of the Nursery Manager to deliver outstanding childcare and education, ensuring every child feels safe, supported and inspired to learn. We pride ourselves on providing a natural, homely environment that values sustainability, embraces diversity and supports children to develop at their own pace.,

• Support the physical, emotional, social and language development of children in your care
• Assist with planning, delivering and evaluating engaging activities that support children's learning and development
• Act as a key person for allocated children, maintaining accurate learning journeys and contributing to termly reports for parents and schools
• Supervise children during play, mealtimes and indoor/outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times
• Raise any concerns regarding a child's health or development with the Nursery Manager
• Help maintain a clean, safe and stimulating environment, ensuring equipment and resources are fit for purpose
A Level 2 or 3 Qualification in Childcare is essential.


• A caring, sensitive and flexible approach to working with young children
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues
• Willingness to keep up to date with developments in the early years sector
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Ability to work as part of a team and use your initiative
  
  In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.
These include:
• Excellent local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution
• Superb salary sacrifice schemes
• Free gym and swim at Harrogate sites
• employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets and more!
• Health Assured - confidential help and support for your wellbeing
• Free Uniform
• Free CIPD training provided