HIGH STANDARDS OF CARE AND EDUCATION OF THE CHILDREN

1. To provide a high standard provision of quality care and learning opportunities for all children.
2. Be aware of and act in accordance with current legislation, policy and procedures.
3. Foresee the needs of special / additional needs children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate. Work with parents of these children and other professionals to achieve integration and inclusion in the nursery.
4. To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children from differing cultures and religious backgrounds, and stages of development.
5. To ensure excellent standards of hygiene and cleanliness are always maintained and be responsible for the Health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children.
6. Accurately record accidents and incident. Ensure the all reports are completed and signed by the NL prior to the parent receiving it.
7. Ensure all children are collected by someone known to the Nursery as policy.
8. Follow all company policies and procedures and ensure these are known by staff.
9. Work with other professionals as required from Lancashire county council including consultants and or inclusion teachers etc.
10. Complete observations and assessments of children ensure these are also completed by all childcare staff ensuring all are to a standard appropriate and in a timely manner.
11. Work alongside the Management team and staff to ensure that the idea behind the project is fulfilled.
12. Support all staff and engage in a good positive staff team.
13. Act as a positive role model
14. Attend whole staff meetings.
15. Promote the company vision

QUALIFICATIONS

· NVQ level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare or other relevant qualification
· First Aid Certificate (desirable)
· Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable)

EXPERIENCE

· History of a successful childcare career
· Special needs experience useful but not essential

SKILLS

· Efficient organisational, delegation and time management skills
· Excellent communicator, confident
· Creative thinker, practical
· Uses common sense and has the ability to take on responsibility
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.40 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In perso

PURPOSE OF POST

To ensure a smooth-running base room within legal guidelines and following all company policies and procedures. To support the whole team