Overview
Are you passionate about delivering outstanding early years education and care? Do you thrive in a dynamic, child-centred environment? We are seeking a dedicated Level 2b Senior Practitioner to join our Early Years Centre team, supporting the Centre Manager in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Centre and delivering exceptional customer service to all EYC families.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team at the University of Southampton’s Early Years Centre as a Level 2b Senior Practitioner. This role requires commitment, flexibility, and a deep understanding of child development. The successful candidate will support the Centre Manager in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Centre and delivering exceptional customer service to all EYC families. You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality care and education, whilst supporting all needs and stages of early development. Your focus will be to create a calm and tranquil space where both children and staff feel safe, secure and content. We want all our families to feel welcomed and at peace, knowing that their little ones are being cared for in the most nurturing and inspiring way.
Responsibilities
* Support the Centre Manager in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Centre and delivering exceptional customer service to all EYC families.
* Deliver high-quality care and education, support all needs and stages of early development, and create a calm and tranquil space where children and staff feel safe.
* Build strong, positive relationships with children and families from the moment of induction.
* Maintain high standards of service and operations; be familiar with routines, procedures, and policies essential to the Centre’s success.
* Plan and deliver engaging, balanced, and stimulating activities that support children’s learning and development; integrate assessment into planning and tailor learning experiences to meet individual and group needs.
* Ensure activities are well-resourced and plans are accessible for continuity in your absence; communicate daily with parents/guardians regarding their child’s progress and well-being.
* Maintain high standards of health and safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in all areas of the Centre; fulfil rota duties and additional tasks professionally and promptly as directed by your line manager.
* Embrace opportunities for professional development and reflective practice.
Qualifications
* Relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
* Experience working in an early years setting.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills; commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
* An Enhanced DBS is required.
* Flexibility to work across four days per week.
What we offer
In return, you will be part of a passionate and supportive team, make a meaningful impact on children’s early development, access ongoing training and professional development, and work in a vibrant, inclusive, and well-resourced environment.
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