Job overview
1 x hours permanent
We are looking for a fulltime level 3 qualified practitioner to join our team who is passionate and committed to providing amazing experiences and learning opportunities to ensure that all children receive the highest standards of care and education. we offer above industry standard salary with salary increments. You would start on up to 35 days holiday per year (including Bank holidays).
To provide a caring and stimulating environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years
To maintain the health and well being of children in our care.
To actively contribute to the monitoring and recording of children's development and the sharing of information with other professionals both internally and externally
Main duties of the job
To adhere to OFSTED Standards & Regulations
To ensure compliance with child protection procedures
To take the lead in the absence of the Room Leader
To take the lead in providing a challenging and providing quality care education
To adhere to nursery and Trust policies and procedures
To maintain the health and safety of the children in our care carrying out risk assessments when required
Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants.
Working for our organisation
Leadership and Improvement Training
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust; this training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the New and Aspiring leaders programme, and the Foundation Quality Improvement Programme that the Trust delivers. After you complete this one and a half day of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities, we offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes and leadership apprenticeships at level 3,5 and 7.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. NNEB /BTEC/NVQ 3 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent
Desirable criteria
2. GCSE English grade C or equivalent in English
3. Current 12 hour paediatric First Aid course
Knowledge
Essential criteria
4. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
5. Knowledge of the Requirements of the Childcare Act 2009
6. Demonstrate Communication and Interpersonal skills
7. Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and processes
8. Knowledge of Ofsted standards and regulations
Desirable criteria
9. Relevant experience within a childcare setting
10. Experience of working with the Early Years Foundation stage
Experience
Essential criteria
11. Work placement experience within a childcare setting
Desirable criteria
12. Relevant Experience within a childcare setting
13. Experience of working with the Early Years Foundation stage
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
14. The ability to organize a stimulating and creative day
15. Work effectively within a team environment
16. A caring and conscientious approach to the individual needs of the children
17. Be creative
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is now the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.