Nursery Practitioner in Colchester

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Dragonfly Day Nursery are looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join our Colchester, Essex branch. Essential Qualifications Must have childcare qualification level 3 or above. Who are Dragonfly Day Nursery? Dragonfly Day Nursery provides premium childcare for babies and young children from the age of 3 months to 5 years, in first class facilities within fully designed building environments with modern resources and equipment. Located in the heart of our communities, our aim is to supply a high quality, affordable, accessible and sustainable childcare service. We pride ourselves on our welcoming, stimulating and fun-filled environment to help children to explore and discover the world. We do this by giving them the absolute best possible start in life. We actively champion World Mental Health Week and prioritise the overall well-being of our employees, addressing both physical and mental aspects with utmost seriousness and respect. Benefits Discounted childcare for staff children Personal development fund of £100 per year £60 personalised uniform allowance 28 days of annual leave Competitive salary Expenses paid winter social event Main Responsibilities Have knowledge of legislations/legal changes and how they affect the nursery (such as the requirements of the statutory framework 2024) Undertake domestic duties within the Nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of the equipment and such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time to time by the Management Team. Have a good understanding about Health and Safety preventative measures. Commitment to safeguarding children and an ability to support other staff in ensuring all children are kept safe at all times. To supervise mealtimes and ensuring a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness is in operation when serving and preparing meals and snacks for the children To communicate effectively and regularly with the Nursery Manager To maintain confidentiality at all times To successfully build and maintain positive professional relationships with our parents and to ensure that you have open communications with them regarding their childs day to day. To have a sound knowledge of the children within your care and to be able to identify their next steps. To work with the Room Leader of your base room to ensure that the nursery continues to run to a high standard.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Colchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English