Nursery practitioner

At Pitter Patters Day Nursery, we are passionate about providing high-quality childcare in a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn.

With 25 years of providing high-quality childcare, we pride ourselves on our experienced and dedicated team, extensive outdoor spaces and child-centred approach.

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing. You will help create a welcoming, engaging environment where every child is encouraged to explore, discover and develop at their own pace.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.

• Supporting children's individual learning and development.

• Planning and providing fun, engaging activities based on children's interests and needs.

• Building warm and positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

• Observing, assessing and documenting children's progress.

• Supporting children's personal care, including mealtimes, toileting and sleep routines.

• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

• Working as part of a supportive and professional team.

• Following nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety.

• Supporting both indoor and outdoor learning experiences.

• Taking an active role in our outdoor learning opportunities, including Forest School and Beach School.

• Supporting children's communication and language development, including the use of Makaton where appropriate.

• Helping children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified to Level 3 in Early Years / Childcare or working towards a recognised qualification.

• Passionate about working with young children.

• Warm, caring, patient and approachable.

• Enthusiastic and creative, with a willingness to get involved in children's play.

• A good communicator and team player.

• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality childcare.

• Able to build positive relationships with children and families.

• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Happy to get involved in messy play, outdoor activities and lots of fun!

Experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.

Why Join Pitter Patters?

We believe our staff are at the heart of everything we do. We want our team to feel valued, supported and appreciated.

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• A friendly and supportive team environment.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• A beautiful and stimulating nursery environment.

• Extensive outdoor learning spaces.

• Forest School and Beach School opportunities.

• Opportunities to develop specialist skills such as Makaton.

• Regular staff wellbeing initiatives.

• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives.

Interested?

If you are passionate about Early Years and would love to become part of the Pitter Patters family, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our friendly and dedicated team!

Pitter Patters Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.