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UECS - Day Nursery
Set in the peaceful surroundings of Wivenhoe Park on our Colchester Campus, our Day Nursery offers high quality day care to children from 3 months to 5 years. We serve the local community, University staff and students.
Wivenhoe Park Day Nursery is part of the University of Essex Campus Services Limited and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Essex, created in 2010 to manage its diverse range of commercial functions.
Duties of the role
We are currently recruiting for 3 qualified Early Years Educators to join our friendly and diverse team at the Day Nursery (2 x permanent, full-time, and 1 x fixed-term, part-time). The fixed-term post is from 16 March 2020 to 16 March 2021 to cover a period of maternity leave for a permanent member of staff.
Responsibilities will include; planning and implementing learning opportunities for children aged under 3 years old, demonstrating care, value and respect for children. To work as a team and to work closely with parents to keep them informed of their child's developments. Following Ofsted requirements and follow health and safety guidelines at all times, whilst adhering to safeguarding procedures at all times.
Qualifications and skills required
We are looking for candidates that are passionate about the early years and value children as independent and unique learners. Who enjoy supporting children to learn and develop through a child led approach into confident individuals that are eventually ready to start school.
You will have an NVQ level 3 in childcare or equivalent and have previous experience of working within a childcare setting and particularly with children under the age of 5. Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is essential, ideally with experience of working in a multi-cultural environment.
It is essential that you are able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents and colleagues, and you are able to work effectively in a team.
Due to the nature of the work, this appointment is subject to a criminal record check, known as a Disclosure. You will also have the ability to undertake the physical aspects of the post.
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