Early Years Educator Level 3 – YMCA Dulverton Group
Overview
* Provide opportunities for children to learn through play experiences that are cohesive with our practice and the EYFS, utilising the outdoors as much as possible.
* Provide a secure and stimulating environment where children can develop emotionally and intellectually as well as morally, physically, spiritually and socially, at their own pace.
* Maintain the safety, security and wellbeing of the children in our care.
* Undertake work positively as part of the team, contributing ideas and listening to feedback, to guide development of our practice and care.
Qualifications
* Hold a level 3 qualification or above relevant childcare qualification.
* First Aid qualification or a willingness to learn.
* Working knowledge of health and safety and safe-guarding best practice.
Skills And Experience
* Possess an understanding that each one of us is different and ensure that individuals who use our services are respected and given the best experience.
* Experience of working with children under the the age of 5 years.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills and the ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
* Possess and maintain a solution-focused approach.
* Possess a belief in the value and potential of children and young people as individuals and as a group.
* Possess a natural empathy and passion for working with children.
* Team player but also able to work on own initiative.
* Self-motivated and flexible.
* Ability to provide emotional and social support whilst promoting learning and respect.
* Willingness to learn and accept leadership and mentoring input.
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* Excellent attendance and punctuality record.
* Commitment to providing a high standard of customer care.
* Flexible attitude and willing to adapt to new challenges.
Benefits
* 1 night free stay at one of the YMCA Hotels
* 60% discount on childcare fees for children up to 3 years of age
* 20% discount on childcare for children over 3 for non-funded hours
* Free and discounted places for children attending Day Camps
* 28 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays per year for full-time staff
* Staff Pension
* Free parking
* Free Gym membership – George Williams Centre, Bridgwater or The Beach Hotel Minehead
* Health Insurance for those staff working over 16 hours per week
* Charity Worker’s Discount at certain high street stores
* Training budget
* Monthly raffle
* Mental Health Support
* Access to Occupational Health Assessment
* Discount at our Wedding Venue, Barley Wood
Details
* Hours: 38 hours per week
* Contract: Permanent
* Salary: £24,966.00 per annum
* We reserve the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date for applications in the event that suitable candidates are identified and appointed.
For more information about YMCA Dulverton Group, please visit https://www.ymca-dg.org/
Senior/Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industries: Non-profit Organization Management
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