Early years practitioner

Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) – Baby Room

New opportunity just in for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join the Baby Room at a wonderful Nursery rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, set in beautiful and secure grounds near Wandsworth Common.

This Not for Profit, 42 place Nursery provides high-quality education, care, and a safe learning environment for early years children within a unique Jewish intergenerational care home setting.

The nursery is based within lovely grounds in a care home, where the children take part in intergenerational activities every day with the residents, creating meaningful shared experiences and a truly special early years environment.

Experience of working in a Jewish or intergenerational setting is not required, but a willingness to learn and embrace this ethos is essential.

Benefits

· School closure for Jewish holidays (Additional holiday!)

· 26 days paid holiday each year plus the 8 bank/public holiday days and all Jewish holidays that fall on weekdays (approx. 11 yearly!)

· Be part of something bigger and join the leading organisation in innovative intergenerational practice

· Friendly and supportive environment

· Competitive salary (£28–30k)

· Continued professional development

· Pension scheme

· Childcare discount

· Generous annual leave

· Health & wellbeing support

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
• Experience working with babies (0–2 years)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS
• Passionate, nurturing and child-centred approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Job Summary

To support the development and wellbeing of babies within the room, following the EYFS framework and working within the principles and ethos of the nursery.

To provide high-quality education and care in a warm, stimulating and secure environment, while embracing the nursery’s Jewish ethos and intergenerational approach.

To work as a reliable member of the team, building positive relationships with colleagues, parents and care home residents to enhance the children’s daily experiences.

If you're interested in this position or would like more information, please apply today — we'd love to hear from you!

Best Start Recruitment want to help you make the right choice in your next career move. If you meet the criteria above, or would like Early Years career advice, please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.

We cater for all Early Years roles and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies.