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Early Years Practitioner (Baby Room) - Independent Private Day Nursery, Horsforth
Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner looking to join a nurturing, high-quality setting that truly values its team? Our clients independent private day nursery in Horsforth is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified practitioner to join their Baby Room. If you love working with babies, supporting their holistic development, and providing stimulating, child-led experiences, we'd love to hear from you!
About the RoleAs an Early Years Practitioner, you will be a key part of our caring and experienced team, providing the highest quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework. You will:
- Build strong key person relationships with babies and their families, supporting secure attachments and emotional well-being.- Plan and deliver age-appropriate, sensory-rich activities that support Prime Areas of Learning, Schemas, and ealy language development.- Observe, assess, and track children's progress using Development Matters and contribute to their next steps.- Ensure the environment is safe, stimulating, and meets all health & safety and safeguarding requirements.- Work closely with colleagues to create a warm, inclusive, and child-centred setting.-Support weaning, sleep routines, and personal care, ensuring each baby's individual needs are met with sensitivity and care.- Communicate effectively with parents, providing updates through Tapestry / online learning journals.
What We Offer-A Supportive & Friendly Team - Work alongside passionate professionals who truly care.-Extra Holidays - Earn additional days off through our long service awards.- Birthday Leave - Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday!- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) - Access complimentary training and paid-for external training if attended out of hours.- Beautiful, Well-Resourced Setting - A homely, inspiring environment designed for quality early years learning.What We're Looking For? Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education / Childcare (or equivalent).? A genuine passion for infant development and providing high-quality early years education.? Understanding of the EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters, CoEL, and attachment theory.? A warm, patient, and child-focused approach to care and learning.? Strong teamwork, communication, and partnership with parents.? Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
Join Our Family!If you're ready to be part of a loving, high-quality nursery where babies thrive and flourish, apply today! We can't wait to meet you.
To Apply: Send your CV and a cover letter to or call for more information.
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.'
