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Job Advert: Outdoor Nursery Practitioner
Location: Ilkley
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Contract Type: Permanent/Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about outdoor learning and play? We are looking for an enthusiastic Outdoor Nursery Practitioner to join our team and deliver high-quality outdoor provision for children in our nursery setting. This exciting role will allow you to work primarily outdoors, making the most of our outdoor spaces to inspire and nurture children's development through nature-based learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver outdoor learning activities, using the natural environment to enhance children's development across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Create an engaging and safe outdoor learning environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and physical development.
- Support children in developing a love of the outdoors, fostering curiosity, and promoting problem-solving skills.
- Observe and assess children's progress, ensuring that individual needs are met through outdoor activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement outdoor learning opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff while ensuring the safeguarding and well-being of all children at all times.
- Maintain a safe and clean outdoor environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Requirements:
- Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
- A genuine passion for outdoor learning and using natural resources for educational purposes.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and how it can be applied to outdoor settings.
- Confident in utilizing outdoor space to deliver a stimulating and engaging learning experience.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).
- A positive, can-do attitude with a love for working with young children.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
- Part-time hours, allowing you to balance work and personal life.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, nature-focused setting.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Pension scheme and paid holiday entitlement.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to work in an outdoor-focused setting, where you can help shape children's learning experiences and foster a love of the natural world. If you're dedicated to outdoor education and enjoy working in all weather conditions, we'd love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and passion for outdoor learning to (url removed) or apply via our website.
We look forward to receiving your application and hopefully welcoming you to our outdoor learning team!
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
