JOB DESCRIPTION

Essentials:

• Qualifications at NVQ2 (or equivalent) in Early Years or above OR a minimum of 2 years working experience in a nursery.
• You must have a good understanding of the EYFS and be capable of supporting children’s learning, development and welfare.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
• Empathy, Friendly, Caring & professional nature
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with children, parents and staff
• Excellent punctuality and to be available to work with shifts, between 7.30 am and 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday
• An enhanced DBS check will be required at the candidate’s expense. Professional references are required from most recent employers.

· Salary is competitive; depending on age, qualifications and experience. Reviewed annually
· There is the opportunity for additional hours, as and when the business needs it. Further training will be provided.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

GCSE Maths & English C or above (or equivalent) preferred
Paediatric First Aid
Food Hygiene

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required

Experience:

• Nursery: 2 years (required

• Understand the key person role and liaise, as necessary with parents/carers to ensure individual needs are met
• Be responsible for observing and using the EYFS to monitor key children’s progress and development
• To actively promote and support the Safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults in the workplace by providing a safe and secure environment
• Ensure the settings policies and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Attend and participate in any further training programmes to up-skill and improve your learning
• Deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps young children to develop and flourish
• Working in partnership with other professionals to ensure all individual needs are met and all children are able to reach their full potential.
• Building and maintaining the attachments with children developing effective relationships with parents, carers and staff
  Hours: (rota notified 4 weeks in advance)
  Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7.30 am to 6.00 pm on a rota basis.
  Pay: dependent on qualification
  Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
  Pay: £12.27-£13.48 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Application question(s):

• In one sentence please explain why you enjoy working in Early Years.

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Nursery: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In perso