Exciting Career Opportunity: Step into Your First Management Role at Our Beautiful Portswood Nursery!

We’re seeking a passionate Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team at Hopscotch’s Portswood setting. In this key role, you will support the Room Leader in Pre-school room, inspiring and leading a committed childcare team to nurture and develop children’s learning and growth.

If you’re ready to play a vital role in shaping the next generation, we’d love for you to join our Hopscotch family!

Requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Room Leader and team to plan age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS guidelines.

• Assist in maintaining, cleaning, and ensuring the safety of all toys and equipment, reporting any concerns promptly.

• Be a reliable, responsible, and flexible team member committed to delivering outstanding childcare.

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child’s development, encouraging their active involvement.

• Create a stimulating, creative, and welcoming environment for children.

• Complete all company documentation accurately and follow policies and procedures diligently.

• Report any breaches of company policy promptly.

Additional Details:

• Full-time role, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks per year

• Starting salary: £28,828.80 per annum

• Portswood nursery employees receive an additional £0.30 per hour as a location weighting (included in advertised salary, subject to terms and conditions).

All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks, including a full application and DBS check.