Nursery Practitioner (Part-time) Term time only
Salary: £14,799-£18,529.50 based on a Full-time equivalent of £23,182-£24,326 per year. Job Type: Part-time, working 25 hours per week. Term time only 39 weeks.
The on-site college nursery is located in the Arts Centre site. It opened in September 2019, following the amalgamation of 2 college nurseries. The nursery provides fully funded childcare for eligible students and staff of the college. A small number of places are also available to those working locally outside of the college community.
The purpose of the role is to work as part of the nursery staff team delivering a high standard of care and education though an inclusive curriculum for pre-school children. The post holder has safeguarding responsibility, responding to, and reporting safeguarding and child protection incidents on an immediate basis in line with policies, procedures and protocols. Responsible to: Nursery Manager/Childcare Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* To work within the staff: child ratios, to a professional level that meets the required standards and conditions of registration
* To actively participate in the delivery of flexible and innovative, high-quality childcare
* To contribute to the construction and delivery of a fully inclusive, integrated curriculum adhering to the principles of the EYFS
* Partake in supervision arrangements, staff meetings, discussions and peer observations.
* To act as a key person to a designated group of children, observing, planning and recording each child’s development and in line with the EYFS statutory framework.
* Ensure the personalised learning and development package devised for each child is effective in meeting their individual needs
* Assist with claims for free entitlement hours as requested and support parents to complete a claim form
* Assist in the purchasing of consumables for the nursery, as required and ensure adequate supplies are maintained
* Be responsible for the accurate completion and monitoring of attendance registers and ensure other records required are up to date and managed in line with Data Protection and GDPR regulations
* Contribute as required, to any Ofsted inspection
* Adhere to policies, procedure and protocols to ensure the health and safety, security and welfare of children, staff, students and visitors
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Relevant qualification in Early Years Childcare/Education (Level 2 minimum)
* Recent experience of working with children in a pre-school setting
* Knowledge and understanding of child development, key legislative framework, The Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding and child protection practices
* Good organisational skills and effective time management to ensure delegated tasks are completed and deadlines met.
* Effective communication and team working skills
* Experience of the Key Person role
* Personal qualities of integrity, honesty, transparency and commitment to/ownership of the mission & values of the College.
* Positive personality - self-motivated, passionate & driven to achieve the best outcome for students
* Commitment to own professional development and to participate fully in training opportunities
* Be a conversant user of MS and IT systems and have a willingness to learn and develop ICT skills to ensure effective productivity
* Willingness & ability to embrace new systems to drive forward initiatives within the nursery
* Willingness & ability to contribute to the development of the college nursery
Professional Practice and Values
* To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of college life.
* To support cross college activities as required, in particular during key enrolment and invigilation periods.
* Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance
* Pension Scheme
* Employee Benefits Platform
* Health and Wellbeing
* Medicash Scheme
* Life Assurance
* Travel
* Flexible Working
* Professional Development
* College Benefits
The City of Liverpool College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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