Support Staff - Early Years Practitioner

Support Staff – Early Years Practitioner | Islington (N5)| Full Time | From £13.85 per hour

Our client is a Nursery based in the heart of Highbury.

The staff work hard to challenge children and provide a nurturing environment to enhance learning to support and extend individual interests. They are a charity that fundraises throughout the year through raffles, events including Carnival, an Easter Bunny Hop and the Christmas party. The money raised then goes back into the Nursery on children’s resources and trips.

The Nursery is in an ideal location with Highbury fields and local shops within a 5-10 minute walk away, and the Arsenal Stadium and station 5 minutes away.

You will be welcomed into a diverse setting inclusive of all cultures and festivals celebrated by the families in the Nursery.

Are you the right person for the job?

Level 3 or above in Childcare/Early Years Education
At least 2 years of experience in an early years setting (preferred)
Good knowledge of the EYFS framework
Willingness to be hands-on and adaptable
Enthusiastic about outdoor play and learning
Flexible to work across different shifts between 8am–6pm, all year round
What will your role look like?

Assist Key Persons in delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities
Support the daily routine including mealtimes, nappy changes, transitions and settling-in
Help maintain a clean, safe and stimulating environment
Build positive relationships with children and support their learning and development
Encourage children’s independence, communication and confidence through play
Contribute to the organisation of outdoor play and learning experiences
Support colleagues with room setup, displays, and admin as needed
Be a positive, reliable, and proactive presence on the floor
What can you expect in return?

A collaborative, caring team culture
Casual dress
Additional leave + sick pay
Health & wellbeing programme
Opportunities to grow with ongoing support
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