Meadgate Nursery has an opportunity for a motivated Nursery Practitioner This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to work 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday. With the expection to work/cover until 6pm on some days. This role offers an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified or experienced practitioner who is looking for aterm time job to fit around school or an newly qualified practitioner to gain and grow in experience. The role of an Early Years Practitioner is to support the Room Leader in Butterfly room to provide quality childcare and education and ensuring the needs of all children are being met. What you have to achieve: * High standards of care and education. * Compliance of all regulatory requirements stated in the Early Years Foundation Stage. * Positive working relationships with staff members, parents and carers. * Individual and unique needs of all children are identified and met. **Level of Education** - GCSE in English and Maths grade C or above or an equivalent qualification - Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential. **Level of Training** - Food Hygiene- *Desirable* - Safeguarding- *Desirable* - Paediatric First Aid- *Desirable* If you have not received the above training, employees of the Nursery will be able to complete the relevant courses to ensure the safety and well-being of all the children in our care. **Experience Needed** -Working in a childcare setting- *desirable* **Skills Required** -Suitable to care for children (a DBS will be completed) - Team Player - Excellent Communication Skills - Honest, reliable and flexible with an enthusiastic approach to work - Professional attitude and manner - Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate excellent organisational skills **Benefits** Annual Salary Review 50% Childcare for staff Career Progression and Promotion Training Opportunities Paid Training Days (two per annum) Paid Staff Meetings and Parents Mornings Pension Scheme Contributions Funded Training Courses Nursery Uniform Provided Onsite Parking Flexible Working hours Located in Great Baddow, 2 miles from Chelmsford town centre, Meadgate Nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm. **To be successful for this role you should:** * Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher * Have experience working with children aged over two * Have good time management, meeting deadlines * Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail * Strong written and verbal communication skills * An appropriate first aid qualification This is the perfect opportunity for an individual with a passion and genuine interest in children and their development. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.50-£13.50 per hour Expected hours: 38 -- 45 per week Benefits: * Childcare * Company pension * On-site parking Schedule: * Monday to Friday Application question(s): * You must have a level 3 childcare qualification Education: * GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: * Childcare: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person