Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner
24 Wainman Road, Peterborough, PE2 7BU, United Kingdom
40 hrs Per Week which can be worked over 4 or 5 days
Main purpose of the position
The Early Years Educator is a key member of the early years’ team and is responsible for delivering high quality care and learning opportunities for children based on their needs and interests. Your role is to offer children and families a safe, secure, caring and supportive environment and work in line with Apricot Nursery Group’s policies, procedures and ethos.
Supervisory responsibility
This role does not directly supervise other employees.
Responsibilities
1. Promote positive relationships in the early years’ setting.
2. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the children.
3. Support the children’s development, learning and play.
4. Support children and families by building relationships.
5. Contribute to the effectiveness of teamwork.
6. Be a role model and showcase high-quality practice with regards to individual and group work with children.
7. Take responsibility alongside the Nursery Management Team for the safety, security and well-being of all children, staff and visitors at all times.
8. Ensure that safeguarding procedures are followed in line with Local Authority and Company procedures.
9. Embrace, understand and promote Hamilton Nurseries ethos and understand your role as part of the team to provide high levels of care and education.
Performance requirements
1. Reinforce nursery policies and procedures at all times and deal with any breaches swiftly and appropriately.
2. Advocate to promote our company ethos both within the nursery and on a wider scale.
3. Promote equality and diversity within the nursery, challenging any behaviour which does not support our Inclusive Practice and Equal Opportunities Policy.
4. Be part of a team that provides a purposeful, stimulating environment that is rich in learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors.
5. Support the nursery’s commitment to safeguarding children by following the Company’s Safeguarding Children Policy & Procedures and guidance from the Local Authority Safeguarding Children’s Board (LSCB).
6. Be flexible within working practices of the nursery and be prepared to help where needed.
7. Respond appropriately to issues regarding confidentiality.
8. Work well as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
9. Support the Nursery Manager/Deputy to ensure a good or better Ofsted inspection outcome.
10. Attend staff meetings and training sessions necessary for continuing professional development.
Care and education
1. Reflect on daily practice and identify areas for continual improvement.
2. Ensure that all children are treated as individuals and that we are supporting this through our approach to planning in line with the EYFS.
3. Work in partnership to ensure standards are continuously met in line with Ofsted requirements and the EYFS.
4. Support all staff in ensuring that settling-in and transitions are well managed for all children.
5. Ensure effective communication with staff and families through participation in staff meetings, parent’s evenings and nursery events.
6. Deal with any parent/carer issues or concerns in a timely manner.
7. Support the planning and implementation of activities with individuals or groups of children.
8. Follow the guidance and requirements as set out in the EYFS.
9. Establish positive and sensitive relationships with children.
10. Promote the inclusion of all children.
General
1. Abide by the Apricot Nursery Group’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
2. Act as a representative of your nursery and the Company, promoting a professional image.
3. Keep your job knowledge up to date through in-house and external training.
Location
Company Description:
Childcare Provider Peterborough
As a leading childcare provider in Peterborough, our childcare ensures children are provided with the best start in life. We offer a full preschool service from the age of 3 months until the start of primary school.
Job Information
* Date Posted: 6 September, 2023
* Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom
* Job Title: Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner
* Experience: 1 year
* Qualification: Level 3
* Offered Salary: £22,000
Email: rachael@apricotnursery.co.uk
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