Overview
A brand new family‑owned independent nursery with two settings, one is situated in the heart of Trowbridge town centre above Baloos Softplay Centre.
We provide full day care for children aged 2‑5 years old here.
The other setting is in Melksham town, along Spa Road.
Where we provide full day care for children aged 0‑5 years old.
Join the team at Bumpers Nursery and train towards an Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship.
Responsibilities
The purpose of the job is to:
* Support the Management in establishing ‘Excellence in childcare with a difference’.
* Maintain a high standard of leadership and personal development for both staff and children.
* To liaise with all other team leaders.
Main responsibilities
* Ensure our mission statement is upheld: ‘Excellence in childcare with a difference’.
* Support Management and, in the absence of either the Manager or Deputy, undertake day‑to‑day duties such as staff ratios, emails and phone messages.
* Be responsible for the induction of new staff in the team.
* Be responsible for staff appraisals, PDP and TNA.
* Implement and monitor area business plan including cascading training.
* Be responsible for area meetings and support management meetings.
* Support effective communication with key members of senior staff – Management, Senco, Team leaders, Mentors and Assessors.
* Support the disciplinary procedure when necessary.
* Ensure that the Nursery is effectively marketed to prospective clients.
* Be responsible for the induction of new parents and children.
* Be responsible for learning journeys for appointed key children and those of your team.
* Assist with implementing ILP for SEN.
* Liaise with parents/guardians regarding their child’s progress and be available for meetings regarding key children.
* Participate in core training when provided by management.
* Support Parent’s evenings and social events.
* Be responsible for effective communication and liaison between Nursery staff and parents.
* Support and monitor an effective behaviour management policy.
* Be responsible for the implementation of the National Care Standards in accordance with Ofsted, Equality Act, Westview’s policy and procedures and staff Handbook.
* Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage throughout the day including record keeping, planning and ensuring daily observations are taken on all children.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* A Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) is required.
* Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is essential.
* Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
* Ability to work well within a team and contribute to a positive working environment.
* First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete one).
* Experience with planning and delivering learning activities.
* Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
Desirable Skills & Attributes
* First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete one).
* Experience with planning and delivering learning activities.
* Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
Skills required
* Customer care skills
* Logical thinking
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non‑judgemental
* Physical fitness
Training to be provided
You will be supported by a trainer throughout your apprenticeship.
Things to consider
This is a physical and active role and you will need to be alert and have the ability to get involved.
Level 5 Early Years Apprenticeship with the opportunity for a permanent position and further training.
Location
Bumpers Nursery - Trowbridge
17 Silver Street,
Trowbridge,
Wiltshire, United Kingdom.
BA14 8AE
At a Glance
Salary:
£ 27,500 per year
Working week:
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:30
Duration:
24 Months
Apprenticeship standard:
Early years lead practitioner (Level 5)
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