Nursery Practitioner

Job summary

Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start in life? Burgess Hill Nursery is looking for a caring, enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our vibrant, supportive community.

WHY JOIN US?

Our Nursery is a joyful, stimulating and highly regarded setting where childen are encouraged to explore, discover and flourish. Our Values 'Where Fun Sparkes Curiosity' - with kindness, curiosity, respect and a love of learning - shape everything we do.

You will join a collaborative team who create a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment for children and staff alike. We value wellbeing, creativity and professional development.

THE ROLE

As a Nursery Practitioner you will:

• Support the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of children aged 21/2 - 41/2 years.
• Plan and deliver stimulating, inclusive activities that spark curiosity.
• Act as a keyworker, assessing and recording progress using Tapestry and other systems.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Help maintain a safe, well-presened learning environment.
• Work closely with colleagues to prepare activities, support routines and contribute to a warm, positive team culture.

ABOUT YOU

You will thrive with us if you are:

• Qualified at Level 2 or above in Childcare (level 3 DfE approved Qualification is desirable).
• Knowledgeable about the EYFS, Safeguarding and Health and Safety.
• Experienced in working with Nursery & Pre-school aged children.
• Warm, enthusiastic and committed to high quality early years practice.
• A strong communicator who builds trusting relationships
• A proactive team player, happy to get involved indoors and outdoors.

WHY YOU'LL ENJOY WORKING HERE

• Friendly, dedicated team
• Beautiful learning environment with extensive outdoor space.
• Strong commitment to professional development
• A role where you make a meaningful impact every day
• A workplace where every child, and every colleague, is known and valued

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Our Nursery operates between 8:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year. Practitioners work an 8 hour shift (with a 1 hour lunch break), typically 8am - 4pm or 10am - 6pm. 

Outdoor learning is integral to our approach, and we are set in stunning grounds that support this ethos. We are seeking someone who shares this commitment and enjoys working as part of an experienced, supportive team.

BENEFITS

• Free cooked lunch
• access to on-site fitness suite & tennis courts outside of school hours
• Discounted local sports centre membership
• Pension Scheme & wellness package
• on site parking
• 28 days annual leave + Bank holidays + discretionary Christmas closure days

COME AND VISIT OR HAVE A CALL WITH THE MANAGER

• We welcome visits to our Nursery if you are curious prior to application.
• We welcome phone calls with our Nursery Manager should you wish to know a little more about us.
• Do google us and check out our wesite at Burgess Hill Girls / Nursery

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply please complete our application form which you will find on our vacancies page on our school / Nursery website and forward this to HR alternatively contact HR in the first instance and they will forward an application form to you.