Nursery Practitioner

WMC RECRUITMENT is currently looking for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join a wonderful nursery in Muswell Hills The main purpose of the job To provide a high standard of care and education for the children in line with the nurserys policies and procedures, the Early Years Foundation Stage and OFSTED requirements. To support other staff within the setting. To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, develop and learn. To build and maintain effective partnerships with parents to enable childrens needs to be met Duties and responsibilities Children and parents/carers: Ensure all children are safeguarded and protected from harm. Report any concerns about a childs wellbeing to a Designated Safeguarding Officer immediately. Provide play-based learning opportunities for all children. Ensure high levels of interaction with children in order to help extend their learning. Act as a key person for a group of children. Create individual plans/next steps for these children on a weekly basis in line with their developmental level and personal interests. Conduct weekly observations of key children. Monitor the overall development of key children and report to the nursery manager/deputy manager any children who are exceeding or not meeting expected levels of development. Build strong partnerships with parents/carers, communicate with them often about their childs achievements. Provide parents/carers with information on how they can support their childs learning and development. Prepare reports on key childrens progress 4 times per year and meet with parents/carers in order to share these. Support children and parents/carers with the transition to the nursery/room. Support children at mealtimes ensuring these provide a positive social experience for the children. Provide support for children who are transitioning to new settings. Help children with feeding, changing clothes, nappies, toileting etc. Staff/other professionals: Work professionally and effectively with other staff in the nursery to ensure the nursery policies and procedures are implemented consistently. Work with other staff to create an environment where all childrens individual needs are met, having an awareness of family cultures, medical requirements and individual stages of development. Attend and contribute to monthly staff/team meetings. Support other members of the staff team as well as students and volunteers. Other Attend training courses relevant to your role and share with other staff and implement what is learnt. Be prepared to work with all age groups as required. Ensure good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times. Undertake general cleaning duties. Keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of your role. Adhere to all policies and procedures. Adhere to all risk assessments and other Health and Safety guidelines Complete relevant paperwork in order that the nursery meets Health and Safety requirements, including accident and incident reports Administer appropriate first aid treatment as required Undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by a senior member of staff. Shift 40 hours across 4 days with 1 day off each week ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Muswell Hill, GB

Posted Date: 6/7/2025