Early Years Practitioner

Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week working all year round.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our day care team at Southmead Children’s Centre working with the under 2 year olds.

We are looking for a practitioner who is flexible and reflective with a good sense of humour who is experienced in creating a safe, warm and caring learning environment both indoors and outdoors which will inspire children to unlock their full potential.

You will be managing the care needs and education of a group of children within a key person structure, promoting good practice and setting high standards as a role model for children, parents and staff. You will work as part of a supportive team to create a vibrant and positive environment where young children can thrive, and provide a mentoring role for apprentices, students and volunteers.

You will be responsible for observing and assessing children’s development and use to plan and implement high quality care, education and learning experiences for children in a nursery setting.

You will work in partnership with parents building trusting relationships to support their children’s learning by participating in home visits and parent consultations.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.