Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Croydon
 
Are you looking for flexible work as a Nursery Practitioner?
We are currently recruiting for competent and experienced Nursery Practitioner to join our team to support permanently in one of the local Nurseries in the Croydon area.
 
Benefits for staff:

All of our staff get a 40% discount on their childcare fees if their child also joins our setting.
There is free of road parking for staff.
Staff are encouraged to attend all relevant training, which is also funded by Gingerbread Corner.
The staff are offered a hot meal each day for £1.
We have great facilities for the children, including a soft play room, sensory room and adventure playground. 
There is a designated staff room with outside balcony area.
Annual leave increases the more year that a staff member works at Gingerbread, to a maximum of 30 days plus Bank Holidays. 
Daily Duties will include:

Support the nursery team to ensure effective and positive play opportunities are provided on a day to day basis.
Assist in the implementation of age-appropriate planned and spontaneous activities
Helping to create a warm, safe and inclusive environment.
Supervise children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the nursery environment, including toys and educational materials
Support children in their daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and personal hygiene 
Essential requirements for the Nursery Practitioner -

At least 1 years' experience in a nursery role
Good knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to use your own initiative
Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and respond to children's needs promptly
Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children
Desirable requirements of the Nursery Practitioner -

Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
An enhanced DBS Check
Safeguarding and EYFS Training. 
Benefits from working with Starfyn Education -

Competitive daily pay
Support with the entire clearance process
FREE training to support your career development
Designated consultants to support you with finding work, and preparing for interview/trial days
Helpful reminders to organise documents as they expire