Nursery Practitioner Location: Chelmsford Salary: £13.70 per hour - £14.21 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Hours: Full-time, 40 hours a week Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Nala Recruitment are currently working with a welcoming and supportive nursery setting who are looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and motivated Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop, learn and thrive in a safe and stimulating environment. The Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education for children, supporting their development through engaging activities and positive interactions. Your responsibilities will include: * Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children * Supporting children’s learning and development through age-appropriate activities * Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues * Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities based around children’s interests and development * Observing and recording children’s progress and contributing to their individual learning journeys * Ensuring children’s health, safety and wellbeing are maintained at all times * Supporting children with their personal care needs where required * Working effectively as part of a wider nursery team * Following the nursery’s policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements * Creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported About You We are looking for someone who is: * Caring, patient and approachable * Passionate about working with children and supporting their development * A positive team player with good communication skills * Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care * Able to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues * Confident in creating fun and engaging learning experiences A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is desirable/required depending on the role. Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial. What’s on Offer Competitive salary Supportive and friendly working environment Opportunities for professional development and progression A varied and rewarding role working with young children Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment Interested? If you are looking for your next opportunity within Early Years and feel this role could be a good fit for you, Nala would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV today, or get in touch with the Nala team for more information about the role