Nursery Practitioner

Permanent | Full-Time About the School - Kings Plymouth: King’s School and Nursery in Plymouth is a co-educational independent school for children aged 8 months up to 11 years old. We provide a complete education in a warm and nurturing environment. Our strong sense of family and community, where each child is guided and encouraged to aim high and do their best both academically and personally, is something we are very proud of. Good manners and thoughtfulness for others are core values and children learn to take responsibility whilst gaining in self-confidence, self-discipline and maturity. The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nursery Practitioner to join our fantastic team. Please note this is a full time and NOT a term time only position. We are closed over Christmas and bank holidays otherwise the nursery will be open to provide care for our children. About Cognita: Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’. About the role: As a Nursery Practitioner at King’s School & Nursery, you will play a vital role in fostering a safe, stimulating, and caring learning environment for young children. Your primary purpose will be to ensure the well-being and development of the children, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. You will be responsible for planning and implementing a balanced range of learning activities that cater to the diverse needs of children aged 0-3 years, while also occasionally supporting older children up to age 11. This role requires you to maintain health and hygiene standards, promote positive relationships with parents, and collaborate with other education profes