Nursery Pre-School Assistant - Maternity cover
Fixed Term, Part Time
£23,344 Per Annum, Full Time Equivalent
Location: Colchester
Working Style: Fixed-base worker
Closing Date: Sunday 29th December 2024 at 11.59pm
Please note this role is being offered as a Fixed Term Contract for a period of 9 months and is a Part Time role, working 20.5 hours per week, across Tuesday's, Thursday's and Friday's between 8.30am and 4.30pm / Term Time only (38 weeks per year).
You will be working across both rooms in the setting, with one room being children from 0 - 2.5 years old and the other being pre-school aged children 3 - 5 years old.
To apply you must hold a level 3 accredited qualification in Early years childcare and education and have previous experience of working in an early years' setting.
Responsibilities
The Nursery/Pre-school Assistant will be part of a team and will be expected to provide high standards of quality care within the nursery/pre-school with responsibilities encompassing the environment, resources and experiences offered to children and their families.
They must:
* Ensure rich and diverse indoor and outdoor play experiences are offered taking regard of the EYFS and the individual needs of children.
* Be a key person carrying out all related responsibilities.
* Observe, support, and extend children's learning.
* Maintain accurate and effective children’s records.
* Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
* Ensure that children are kept safe and understand safeguarding, and when necessary, follow Child Protection Procedures.
* Demonstrate good practice with regard to special needs and inclusion.
* Promote positive attitudes to race, culture, gender, religion, and abilities.
* Undertake a shared responsibility for health, safety, and cleanliness throughout the nursery/pre-school.
* Be responsible for participating in all self-development activities including appraisals and supervision meetings, team meetings etc.
The Experience You Will Bring
Essential:
* Level 3 qualification in childcare.
* English and Maths Skills at level 2.
* A sound knowledge of the EYFS.
* The ability to play with children, not just supervise them.
Desirable:
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with both children and adults.
* The ability to work effectively under a variety of circumstances and develop skill within the role.
* The ability to plan and provide activities and play opportunities to develop children’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual capabilities.
* Experience working in an Early Years Setting
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email daniel.warner@essex.gov.uk
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