Job Description

Job Title: EYFS Nursery Practitioner
Location: Liverpool, UK
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM - 18:00 PM

About Us:
We are a friendly and supportive nursery located in Liverpool, offering high-quality care and early education to children aged 0-5. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children to thrive. We believe that every child deserves to be encouraged, inspired, and supported to reach their full potential.

Job Summary:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated EYFS Nursery Practitioner to join our vibrant team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and be committed to creating a positive and engaging learning environment. As an EYFS Nursery Practitioner, you will help implement our curriculum, support children's development, and ensure that the nursery provides a safe, stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the EYFS framework and help plan age-appropriate activities that promote children's learning and development across all areas (communication and language, physical development, personal, social, and emotional development, literacy, and mathematics).
• Provide high-quality care for children, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being.
• Work closely with other team members to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Monitor children's progress and provide feedback to parents/carers, and ensure development records are kept up to date.
• Support children's personal, social, and emotional development by fostering positive relationships and encouraging good behavior.
• Build strong relationships with children and their families, encouraging open communication.
• Assist with the daily routines of the nursery, including mealtimes, nap times, and outdoor play.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and development opportunities.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children in an early years setting.
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and how to support children's learning and development.
• Good understanding of child safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• A caring, patient, and nurturing attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in key person roles.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Knowledge of British Sign Language or other language skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career development.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Pension scheme.
• Discounted childcare (subject to availability).

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role. We are looking forward to hearing from individuals who are dedicated to making a positive difference in children's lives.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
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