Full-time/Part-time Early Years Teacher

St Teresa's; Billericay; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery in Billericay is seeking qualified Nursery Practitioners for full-time and part-time positions. Successful candidates will require a Level 3 qualification and experience in a nursery setting. Responsibilities include planning activities, safeguarding children, and liaising with parents. An immediate start and a competitive salary of up to £27k are offered.

Benefits

Bupa Employee Assistance

Generous holiday entitlement

On-the-job training

£300 signing bonus upon successful completion of probation

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Passionate about working as a Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse.
• Experience in a nursery setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage training.
• Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for children.
• Safeguard children and supervise at all times.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers.

Skills

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Experience in a nursery setting

Job description

Position Overview

Banana Moon Billericay is recruiting for a minimum of Level 3 qualified and experienced Nursery Practitioners for both Full‑time and Part‑time positions. The start date is immediate, contract is permanent, and salary is up to £27k.

Benefits

• Bupa Employee Assistance – free 24‑hour confidential helpline
• Early Learning and Development program for children
• Reduced paperwork to spend more time with children
• Tablets linked to bespoke Parent App, delivering instant messages to and from parents about child’s day and development
• State‑of‑the‑art technology, including biometric entry system, interactive screen, Parent App and tablets
• Excellent rates of pay based on experience and qualification
• Generous holiday entitlement
• On‑the‑job training
• Career prospects and promotion potential
• Free DBS check and uniform provided if offered the job
• £300 signing bonus upon successful completion of probation

Key Responsibilities

As a Nursery Practitioner your day‑to‑day duties include:

• Planning curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage training with room colleagues
• Providing a warm and caring atmosphere for children
• Working as part of a team with shared responsibilities
• Safeguarding children, caring for them and supervising at all times
• Liaising with and building strong partnerships with parents, taking part in development progress review meetings, and providing daily feedback to parents and carers
• Taking on key worker responsibilities, observing and planning for children’s needs, and providing exciting and stimulating activities based on the next steps for children
• Tracking children’s progress using the Parent App
• Adhering to nursery policies and procedures at all times

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates must hold Level 3 qualification in Early Years and be a passionate Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse. Experience in a nursery setting is desirable.

Work Schedule and Shift Types

• 10‑hour shift
• 8‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

School Type

• Day nursery
• Private nursery school

Contact

Gary Chamberlain
The Stables, London Road, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9HS
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.