Childcare Practitioner
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Location: Hatfield Peverel - Fixed Location
Join our client’s passionate and dedicated team as a Childcare Practitioner, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the development of children. In this rewarding position, you will assist with personal care, naps, and mealtimes while building strong relationships with your key children, their parents, and fellow professionals. Your expertise will contribute significantly to planning and implementing engaging activities that support each child’s next steps in their development. They provide comprehensive training in safeguarding and first aid, and they encourage all their staff to enhance their childcare qualifications.
Ideal Candidate:
- Holds a relevant childcare qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Childcare)
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of child development and best practices
- Is passionate about making a difference in children's lives
- Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Is patient, caring, and proactive in meeting children’s needs
- Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development
Benefits on Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.21
- Support for further training and career advancement
- Comprehensive training programmes in safeguarding and first aid
- A supportive and friendly work environment
- Opportunities for professional development
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive care during personal care routines, naps, and mealtimes
- Build meaningful relationships with children and their families
- Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to individual children’s needs
- Observe and assess children’s development and progress
- Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to support children’s learning
Our client values a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
