Job description – Early Years Practitioner
Hemblington Pre-School
Job purpose:
1. To manage and sustain a high standard of care and education for all children placed at the setting.
2. To work with all staff, students, and volunteers in ensuring all children receive the highest quality care and education.
3. To implement the daily care and routines at the setting.
Context:
* Working with children
* Working with staff
* Liaising with parents/carers
* Working with other Early Years Healthcare Professionals such as Speech and Language Therapists
Responsible to:
Manager/Deputy Manager/Management Committee
Hours of work: specified in job advert
Probationary period: 6 months
Key responsibilities:
Health and safety
* Understand and adhere to the setting’s safeguarding policies and follow procedures to keep children safe and secure.
* Adhere to policies and procedures prioritising health and safety legislation and requirements.
* Share responsibility for ensuring the health, cleanliness, and safety of the children and their environment.
* Be fully aware of all emergency and security procedures (e.g., registering children, collection policy, and fire safety procedures).
* Ensure the highest hygiene and cleanliness standards during care routines (e.g., nappy changing and food preparation).
* Adhere to the setting’s code of conduct.
* Report safeguarding concerns about any adult working in the setting to the manager following the setting’s procedure regarding whistle-blowing.
Childcare and education
* Support the emotional, physical, social, spiritual, and intellectual needs of all children attending the setting.
* Observe, extend, and support children’s learning. Complete Learning Journeys using online Tapestry.
* Respect the confidentiality of children and their families.
* Plan, prepare, and deliver activities and experiences which promote children’s learning and development using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Maintain accurate and effective children’s records.
* Work in partnership with the setting Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and other agencies and professionals as appropriate.
* Demonstrate good practice in supporting children with additional needs and inclusion.
* Carry out and meet the requirements of the Key Person role to a high standard.
* Initially shadowed in the Key Person role, create positive working relationships and partnerships with parents and promote parental involvement.
* Learn about developments in early years childcare and education.
Operational
* Ensure policies and procedures for the day-to-day running of the setting are adhered to, including all record keeping.
* Work with other colleagues as a team to ensure the highest standards of care and education are provided.
* Demonstrate a flexible approach to day-to-day duties to ensure smooth running and operation of the setting.
* Work with the manager during inspections and assist in implementing any recommendations given by any regulatory body.
Learning and development
* Support student practitioners with day-to-day questions where applicable.
* Attend staff meetings and engage in self-development appraisals and supervisions.
* Demonstrate a willingness to attend training and take opportunities for continuous professional development.
Hemblington Pre-School is strongly committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children, and equality of opportunity.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £11.62 per hour
Expected hours: 27.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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