Senior Nursery Practitioner

Position: Senior Nursery Practitioner (Permanent)
We are the recruitment partner for a leading Independent Day School in Peterborough and are presenting an opportunity for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join the team.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in the daily running of the room, providing leadership and inspiration to colleagues, and creating an engaging, inclusive, and stimulating environment for the children in your care.

Responsibilities:

Support the Room Leader and Deputy in leading and inspiring a team of childcare practitioners.
Deliver high quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
Act as a key person for a group of children and liaise closely with families.
Plan and deliver activities that support personal, social, emotional, and academic development.
Complete developmental records and online journals to track and celebrate each child's progress.
Support the day-to-day running of the room and nursery, stepping into a lead role when required.
Collaborate with team members and attend planning, curriculum, and training meetings.
Model outstanding childcare practice and contribute to the development of team members and apprentices.

Requirements:

A Level 3 qualification in Early Childhood Education
Proven experience of working within an EYFS setting.
A strong understanding of safeguarding, early years development, and inclusive practice.
Additional training such as Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Allergen Awareness, or SEN knowledge is desirable.
Excellent communication and observation skills.
An enthusiastic and professional approach with a genuine passion for early years education.
Willingness to attend training and contribute to the ongoing success of the nursery.

Benefits:

A salary of £25,854 - £28,142 per annum dependent on experience

Working Hours:

40 hours across Monday-Friday (

Shifts:

07:30-16:30, 08:00-17:00, 08:00-18:00 with half a day off)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure over Christmas
50% discounted nursery fees
Free lunches
Free use of the fitness suite
Free onsite parking
Generous Pension Scheme
Learning and progression opportunities, including 3 dedicated paid staff training days across the year

As part of The Peterborough School, you join a supportive family, with a long history of success. Joining the wider team, you will enjoy further benefits that being part of a thriving workplace brings. The Nursery recently expanded too, signalling the school's success and ambition for the future.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)