Nursery Practitioner

This role will be working through Term Time Teachers in different nurseries within the Oxted and Westerham areas.

Working hours can be Monday - Friday

Following shifts we need:

8AM-6PM

8AM-1PM

1PM-6PM

A working day as an agency nursery worker will vary depending on your hours and the setting you are placed in, but it might include:

• Setting up and clearing away activities as needed, helping the team prepare engaging learning environments both indoors and outdoors.
• Following the routines and expectations of each setting, adapting quickly to different nurseries, age groups, and working styles.
• Ensuring children are safe, supervised, and enjoying their learning, following all safeguarding and health & safety procedures in place at the nursery.
• Supporting the permanent staff team, stepping in where needed during busy periods and maintaining a professional, helpful approach.
• Working with a range of age groups, from babies to Pre-School children, and adjusting your interactions and activities to suit each developmental stage.
• Engaging in play-based learning, supporting activities already planned by the nursery or helping to facilitate child-led play.
• Maintaining a clean and organised environment, including tidying play areas, supporting snack/lunch routines, and assisting with nappy changes or toileting (if required by the setting - Not compulsory).
• Communicating effectively with the staff team to understand daily routines, child needs, and any important information for your shift

About the Candidate.

• To work within Oxted and surrounding areas.
• Have or be willing to gain a fully enhanced DBS.
• Have an understanding of Safeguarding and be willing to undertake safeguarding training - (In house)
• Previous experience would be beneficial.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of people
• The ability to work with different types of people
• Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• The ability to work well under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Outgoing and bubbly personality.
• Must be kind caring and approachable
• Must be able to do between 8-6 Monday to Friday
• Have a creative nature

What we can offer you and why you should work with us

• Competitive salary
• Flexible Hours
• Pension Scheme
• Different setting experience.
• Getting your foot in the door
• Gain Experience.
• Referral Scheme
• Temp to Perm Positions

**Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).**Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!