The nursery practitioner is responsible to the Room Leader. Duties will include: * Adhering to the Policies & Procedures of Daisy Chain Day Nursery and compliance with the Children Act, Safeguarding procedures Health and Safety legislation, EYFS and Montessori method of teaching and within the guidelines of Ofsted. * Working as part of a team. * The care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs. * The planning and preparation of activities, to meet children's individual needs, liaising with parents and negotiating working targets ensuring effective communication within the nursery. * Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed. * Keeping of development records and observations. * Positive management of children's behaviour. * Preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of the playrooms and equipment. * Supervision and effective mentoring of Nursery Assistants and Students. * Providing a good role model for Nursery Assistants and Students and helping new staff to fit into the nursery. * Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records. * Supervision of meals and mealtimes. * Laundry duties. * Attendance of staff meetings as arranged by the Managers. * Participating in regular parents' evenings, publicity, open weekends and children's outings. Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Managers