Company Description
Early Steps Daycare is a family-run childcare provider located in Whitechapel, within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. As a growing early years setting, we provide nurturing and professional care for children aged 9 months to 5 years.
Our mission is to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed to delivering high-quality early years care and education, supporting every child’s development through engaging learning experiences and a caring, supportive atmosphere.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner at our London setting.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, ensuring the well-being and safety of children, and maintaining accurate records of children's development and progress.
Daily responsibilities include supporting children's early learning and development, communicating effectively with parents and guardians, and adhering to all relevant safeguarding, regulatory, and EYFS requirements. The role also involves contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery, including sharing in general cleaning responsibilities (such as keeping the nursery clean and tidy after activities) and supporting the preparation and serving of basic meals for children.
The practitioner will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging nursery environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.
As a small, family-run setting, every member of the team plays an important role in creating a supportive and collaborative working environment.
We are looking for a practitioner who is passionate about early years education, takes pride in maintaining high standards within the nursery environment, and is committed to providing consistent, high-quality care and learning opportunities for every child.
Qualifications
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
* Experience working in early years education, including planning and implementing development-focused activities
* Knowledge and understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
* Ability to ensure the safety and well-being of children, including adherence to safeguarding policies and procedures
* Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Paediatric First Aid certification (desirable)
* A commitment to continuous professional development