Early Years Practitioner

At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last two years.

The University of Bradford Nursery sits within the Directorate of People, Culture and Wellbeing and provides high-quality education and care for children aged from birth to five years. Our inclusive nursery curriculum supports every child to learn, develop and thrive within a safe and stimulating environment, underpinned by the University's values of Excellence, Trust, Innovation and Inclusion.

Working under the direction of the Room Leader, Senior Early Years Practitioner and Management Team, you will:

- Support the delivery of the Statutory Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework and nursery curriculum.
- Take responsibility for a key group of children, supporting and monitoring their care, learning and development in partnership with parents and carers.
- Undertake observations and assessments of children's progress, contributing to planning and supporting their individual next steps.

Qualifications and Experience:

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who hold a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.

You will need:
- English GCSE at Grade A*-C/9-4, Level 2 or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience of working with children aged from birth to five years.
- Awareness of the Statutory Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

Desirable: A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, a current Paediatric First Aid certificate, safeguarding training, a Food Hygiene certificate, and knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.

Within the nursery there is a widely diverse staff team but there is a low representation of males; applications from individuals who represent this category are particularly welcomed alongside all other applications which are considered equally.

In return we offer:
- 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
- Family-friendly policies.
- Great campus facilities including: unique fitness centre, eye clinic, physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation, counselling and mental health services, on-site nursery, and food and drink outlets.
- Generous employer contribution pension schemes.
- Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home and technology scheme, and shopping discounts.