Job Title: Senior Early Years Practitioner
PT & FT Positions available
2 Positions in Killyman Road
Reports to: Early Years Manager
Purpose of Role: To provide high-quality care and education to children in a safe and stimulating environment. To lead and supervise a team of practitioners and to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver a curriculum that meets the needs of all children, taking into account their individual needs, interests and abilities
* Lead, supervise and support a team of practitioners to deliver high-quality care and education
* Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, including the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and Ofsted requirements
* Observe, assess and record children's progress and use this information to plan for their next steps in learning
* Build positive relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed of their child's progress and involving them in their child's learning
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and administrative systems
* Attend and contribute to team meetings, staff training and development opportunities
Qualifications and Experience:
* Level 5 or above qualification in Early Years or Childcare
* Experience of working in an early years setting,
* Experience of planning and delivering a curriculum that meets the needs of all children
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* Experience of working with families from diverse backgrounds
* First Aid and Safeguarding training
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Pension scheme
* Professional development opportunities
* staff discount
This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday. Some flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the service.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (required)
* Management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person