Job Title:
Nursery Assistant
Category: Day Nurseries
Sub-Category: Nursery Assistant
Salary: £21700 to £22500
Location: Acton - 2 Min walk from South Acton Station
Job Reference: ActM-009
Job Type: Permanent
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a passionate Nursery Assistant with strong knowledge of the EYFS, good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The individual must be highly motivated and have a positive attitude towards working with children.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Provide high-quality care and activities for the children and recognize both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe, and stimulating environment.
* Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young children in accordance with nursery policy and guidelines.
* Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements, looking for progression and continuity alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage.
* Ensure that no child is ever left on their own in the room/nursery/outing.
* Understand and participate in the key person system.
* To ensure that your own key children learning journey/profiles are up to date and maintained at the required quality level.
* Work in partnership with parents/carers, recognizing that parents are their children’s first educators, and encourage parental involvement in the nursery.
* Assist and attend parents’ meetings and open days.
* Help maintain the safety and security of all children, employees, and visitors to the Nursery.
* Help carry out regular assessments to ensure all Nursery Health and Safety procedures are followed.
* Ensure the cleanliness of the children and their surroundings at all times.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Level 2 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent)
* Good sound knowledge of the EYFS
* Experience in a nursery setting
* First Aid trained (preferred)
* Good written and communication skills.
BENEFITS
* Excellent Base Salary
* 28 days holidays
* Half day off on your birthday
* Funded training courses to develop your career
* Financial support towards further qualifications
* Increased salary for Level 3 Forest School Leaders
* Career progression and promotion opportunities
* Health care benefits including optical, dental, chiropody, and therapy (physio and osteo)
* Westfield Rewards - Exclusive special offers and discounts from more than 450 High Street and online retailers
* Free 24 hours counseling and advice line on a wide range of issues
* Ofsted 'Outstanding' outcome - 'M&S gift voucher' for each staff
* Staff discount for childcare
* Pension Scheme
* Introduce a friend and earn an 'M&S gift voucher'.
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