Senior Early Years Practitioner

at  The Big Top Nursery

Big Top Nursery at Roman Park is delighted to present a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Practitioner holding at least a Level 3 qualification. This position involves supporting our Room Leaders in both our 2-3 year-old and preschool rooms, working with up to 14 toddlers or 16 preschoolers each day.
We are searching for a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to become a valuable member of our vibrant nursery environment. The ideal candidate will have a deep-seated passion for early years education, excellent communication abilities, and the capability to provide high-quality care and education to young children.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• At least 2 years of qualified experience.
• Proven experience working with young children in a nursery or childcare environment.
• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capability to achieve positive outcomes for children through innovative teaching approaches.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and adept at its application.
  Join our team as a Senior Practitioner and make a significant impact on the development of young learners while advancing your career in childcare.
  At Big Top Nursery, we pride ourselves on providing unique experiences for our Big Top children. These include lamb visits, excursions to Waddesdon Manor and our nearby allotment, egg hatching, outdoor cooking, carpentry, among many other enriching activities.

We are devoted to safeguarding both our children and our staff. Accordingly, all successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.Benefits

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus extra leave due to length of service
• Breakfast trolley for all staff
• An extra days leave for your birthday.
• Team thank you events including afternoon tea!
• Regular staff room treats.
• Onsite Parking
• 1pm closure on christmas eve, plus much more!!

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• Lead and support the room teams in the absence of Room Leaders.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Cultivate a safe, nurturing, and stimulating setting that encourages children to learn and develop.
• Engage effectively with parents, offering daily feedback and updates.