Nursery Nurse - Level 3

Come and join our growing nursery!

We are seeking additional dedicated and passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our expanding nursery at Cedar Children's Academy. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and education to children in our nursery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with children and a passion for early childhood education.

Duties:

• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to promote learning and development.
• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, mealtime, and rest periods.
• Observe and assess children's progress, identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being and development of each child.
• Maintain accurate records of each child's daily activities and progress.
• Follow all health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of children at all times.
• Assist with general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organised nursery environment.

Experience:

• Previous experience working with children in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.

Required:

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Relevant qualification in childcare or early childhood education (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

If you are enthusiastic about working with children, have excellent communication skills, and are committed to providing high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.

At Cedar, we believe in a strong partnership between the school and parents, benefiting our children with stability and the ability to develop, an inspiring workforce who show a relentless dedication to school improvement.  

“The school has developed an inspiring curriculum. It is broad and well sequenced,building towards ambitious goals for pupils.”  

Ofsted, October 2024  

We encourage pupils to be proud of their school and achieve in an exciting environment. We celebrate everyone’s success and provide each pupil with the life chances they deserve. We are relentless in pursuing the best and show care and hope for all our pupils who will become young adults of the future.  To find out more about our school, please click here. 

Our Early Years provision offers an exciting and engaging curriculum where children have opportunities to explore and develop their skills both inside the classroom and in our outdoor learning environment.  We use the environment to ensure their needs are met through our learning and discovery provision, enhanced provision and by following their interests. 

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision. 

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.  That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils. 

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:  

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions. 

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our vibrant and friendly school, and benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues, then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Danielle Donoghue ([email protected]).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]