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We have a part time position for a qualified Early Years Practitioner at level 3
You will work in a team with others in a small but busy nursery. You will be required to work a mix of sessions that will also include our busy after school club. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic individual who will help to support our children and their families. Hours will vary between 8am -6pm to best support the needs of the buisiness.
The successful candidate will require a sound knowlege of the EYFS and will be able to plan teaching activities based on the needs of the child.
We support a number of children with SEN (special educational needs) and you will be required to work with our SENCO supporting these children.
Reports to: Early Years Professional/Nursery Manager
Responsible for: Providing quality education and care for children 2-5 years. Supporting partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in children's care and education in the nursery.
Main Purpose:
· To work across the nursery, in all age groups if required
· To support home/nursery partnerships.
· To work as key carer, supporting parents with children 2-5 years.
· To work in a way that as a team member, the nursery meets required Standards as laid down by the EYFS/Ofsted/Legislation.
Main Activities:
1. To plan and provide a caring and stimulating environment that is appropriate for individual children and enables them to reach their full potential.
2. To act as a key carer to a group of children.
3. To support strategies in the nursery that assist parents in raising of their child's achievements.
4. To work within the Children Act and local guidelines and standards.
5. To plan and prepare exciting play opportunities that meet the children's developmental needs and stimulates their learning.
6. To establish and maintain positive relationships with children and their families in a way that values parental involvement.
7. To observe and assess children's development and keep accurate records of their achievement.
8. To work in a manner that respects children's life experiences and celebrates diversity in terms of language, culture, ability, race and religion.
9. To work effectively as part of a team
10. To work within the agreed framework of policies and procedures within the setting.
11. To help and support students on placement.
12. Ensure that Child Protection policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
13. Undertake First Aid training and Food Hygiene training as required.
14. To carry out duties and responsibilities of the post with regard to the nursery Equal Opportunities Policy.
15. To attend and participate in staff meetings and planning and development days.
16. To act as an ambassador for the nursery through maintaining a positive image of its aims and objectives.
17. To carry out any duties which will be seen to enhance the work with young children.
18. To participate in supervision and staff development processes in support of personal development.
19. To undertake training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required.
20. To maintain good working relationships with parents, children and colleagues at Little Chums.
21. Accountability for resources: To be responsible for the proper use of equipment, furnishings and provisions required in the course of activities in accordance with the Health and Safety regulations.
22. Health and Safety: To be familiar with and comply with the nursery policy on Health, Safety and Welfare. To bring to the attention of senior staff any health and safety requirements, which become obvious. In the event of any immediate danger to take appropriate action to reduce risk of physical danger to children, parents, visitors or staff.
Special Conditions
23. To undertake any other responsibilities as may be deemed necessary at the direction of the Nursery Manager