Early Years Practitioner

Nursery: The Orchard Day Nursery, SW19

Position(s): Early Years Practitioner, Full-Time

Salary: £22,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

You will need a minimum Level 2 qualification (DfE Early Years Qualification Framework approved).

**About Us**

The Orchard Day Nursery provides a nurturing, stimulating environment for children ages 3 months to 5 years in Wimbledon. Our play-based curriculum and dedicated staff promote early learning and development in a modern, well-equipped setting.

**Benefits**

At The Orchard Day Nursery, we believe in rewarding our hardworking and passionate team to foster a nurturing and inclusive work environment. Our benefits package includes:

• a competitive salary with annual reviews
• discounted childcare
• generous holiday allowance
• access to healthcare and wellness support
• a range of discounts across various brands and services.
• daily free lunches for all staff
• and more!

**Responsibilities**

Plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years

Keep detailed records of children's progress and reflect on learning practices

Develop and maintain strong partnerships with parents and carers

Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and hygiene, following all child protection and safeguarding guidelines

Provide support and collaborate with fellow nursery staff

**Requirements**

Full and Relevant Level 2 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential)

Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Assistant or similar)

Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the Early Years Framework

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

The Orchard Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).