Early Years Practitioner

Flexible start date between October 2026 and January 2027. It's important we find the right person, so we are not in a rush for them to start. Hopscotch is a small, unique and ethical nursery dedicated to providing the best possible care and education. We have high expectation for our staff and believe all our children should be given the best possible care day to day. Job Description – Nursery Practitioner We are looking for a level three qualified practitioner to join our small team. We’d like someone with a fun and enthusiastic character and a passion for providing fun and exciting learning opportunities for children aged 12months to 4years. Overall Outcomes To promote and support the development of an innovative approach to children’s learning based on a model that includes a respectful image of children as competent and capable, in an inclusive environment. Key Areas • To provide a stimulating, safe, caring and inclusive environment. To ensure all children’s social and emotional and physical well–being. • To support children in all 7 areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage through stimulating and fun activities planned around the children’s individual interests. • To develop strong working relationships with parents as partners in their child’s development. • To write observations and reports (including 2-year-old progress checks), these should be kept up to date to ensure any concerns are highlighted and parents are informed of their child’s progress. • To liaise with colleagues to plan and implement developmental programs for the children. • To proactively promote an inclusive environment in the setting welcoming all children and ensuring no child is discriminated on the grounds of disability, race, gender or cultural background. • To facilitate a creative and innovative range of play and learning experiences for children, making full use of the indoor and outdoor environment throughout the year. • To ensure that all Safeguarding Children Board procedures relating to child protection are adhered to as necessary and have a valid DBS. • To work alongside and support trainees, students and volunteers. • To attend monthly staff meetings as necessary. Responsible to: Nursery Manager Hours of work: Flexible to the nursery’s needs. Pay: As per contract of employment Job Type: Full-time / Part-time Work remotely • No Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: £26,500.00-£28,600.00 per year Benefits: • Company events • Company pension • Employee discount • On-site parking Work Location: In person