Overview
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about providing the very best start in life for young children and supporting them in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Working as an Early Years Practitioner you will join a nursery team that is committed to providing the highest levels of care and education for all the children who attend. We believe in fostering a love of learning through play and creating a safe, happy, and inclusive environment where every child can flourish.
Duties
* Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
* Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children
* Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy
* Prepare and supervise activities
* Supervise and support children at all times
* Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff and visitors
* Ensure that all children are kept safe
* Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns
* Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, colleagues and visitors
* Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents and carers
* Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained
* Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery
* Work as part of a team to ensure the companys values are maintained
* Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required
Candidate Requirements
* Level 3 Early Years qualification
* Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
* Able to ensure the safety and welfare of children through a confident knowledge of Safeguarding processes and procedures
* Able to participate in child observations and assessments with a strong understanding of child development
* Ability to communicate confidently with adults and children
* Able to work well within a team
* Good verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
* Food and Hygiene Level 2
* Safeguarding
* Prevent Duty
* FGM
* Paediatric First Aid
* SENDCO
* Self-Regulation
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