Job Title

Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Location

Brambley Tots Day Nursery

Responsible To

Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality care, education, and support to children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child can develop and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Education

• Deliver high-quality early years care and education in accordance with the EYFS framework

• Plan, observe, and assess children’s learning and development, contributing to individual learning journeys

• Support children’s emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development

• Act as a key person for a group of children, building secure and trusting relationships

Health, Safety & Safeguarding

• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment at all times

• Follow safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures

• Carry out daily risk assessments and ensure health and safety standards are met

• Promote good hygiene, healthy eating, and positive behaviour

Working with Parents & Carers

• Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers

• Share information about children’s progress, routines, and wellbeing

• Support parent partnerships and encourage parental involvement

Teamwork & Professional Practice

• Work effectively as part of a team to deliver outstanding childcare

• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and supervision

• Maintain accurate records and documentation

• Uphold nursery policies, procedures, and values at all times

Essential Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years (or equivalent)

• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting

• Knowledge of SEND and inclusive practice

• Experience as a key person

• Food hygiene or safeguarding training

Personal Qualities

• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic

• Reliable and professional

• Creative and proactive

• Committed to continuous professional development