Job Description

Hours: 37.5 hrs during term time, 8.30 5:45 Monday, and 8:30- 4.30 Tuesday - Friday .

Job Title:

Early Years Practitioner (L3)

Contract:

Maternity Cover

Hours:

37.5 hrs during term time 8.30 5:45 Monday and 8:30- 4.30 Tuesday - Friday .

Pay:

22,333.13 p.a. + 8% Employer's Non-Contributory Pension from end of

probation. Additional overtime would be paid for the extra hours during the half term holiday Playschemes.

Accountable to:

Childcare Services Manager and Deputy

Job Purpose

This position aims to work as a qualified childcare practitioner and key worker delivering childcare and education as part of Mary's childcare team in our early years setting preschool. Our holiday Play Scheme during school holidays under the guidance of the service manager with leading opportunities is optional and paid as overtime.

Who are we looking for

We are looking for an experienced early years practitioner who likes working in a small, friendly setting (Home from Home), shares our commitment to high professional standards, is keen to develop and grow in a close-knit, supportive team environment and is devoted to the children and families we work with and for.

We offer excellent opportunities for professional development, competitive pay, and rewards, including 8% of employers' non-contributory pension on the full gross pay, where staff pay nothing! Staff also receive free gym access in St Mary's gym, which has a changing room and shower facilities. Staff can also receive a 50% discount on childcare costs (Pre-school and Holiday Play Scheme places).

St Mary's provides children and community services to local residents out of St Mary's Neighbourhood Centre, and the childcare services are a key part of our growing work.

St Mary's Preschool is open from 09:00 to 16:00, 38 weeks per year, and our holiday childcare service is open 9 weeks of the school holidays, catering for 6 - 11-year-old children from 8.30 to 5 pm for families.

The term-time-only position requires 37.5 hours a week of childcare during each academic year. If you are willing to work in the holiday provision, additional hours are paid as overtime.

St Mary's provides children and community services to local residents out of St Mary's Neighbourhood Centre, and the childcare services are a key part of our growing work.

St Mary's Preschool is open from 09:00 to 16:00, 38 weeks per year, and our holiday childcare service is open 9 weeks of the school holidays, catering for 6 - 11-year-old children from 8.30 to 5pm.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

Be part of a dynamic and developing team Work in a positive, creative and supportive environment Have dedicated non-contact time for paperwork and team meetings Develop their experience in working in a community setting Gain free gym access Benefit from subsidised childcare costs Full employee pension contribution
Visits to our setting by interested candidates are welcomed and actively encouraged.

Please call reception 9 - 2 pm on 0207 704 2873 or 07935399872 to book your visit.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To provide a stimulating and happy environment where children can grow and learn through exploratory play experiences. To actively encourage children's learning and progress in all areas of development by interaction and extension of play activities To work in partnership with the parents To know and adhere to the preschool's operational and safety policies and procedures. To assist the Early Years Teacher with the short, medium and long-term planning of the EYFS curriculum Carry out and record children's observations in accordance with the requirements of the EYFS framework and as instructed by the service manager/deputy. To actively hold a key group of children, plan, observe and assess their needs as part of early intervention. Participate in multi-agency meetings to monitor and evaluate the progress of Children. Organise meetings with parents to share initial concerns and elaborate on the initial referrals to the SEN department where needed. To participate in continuous professional development and training as required To ensure that any information received concerning the children is kept confidential. To assist with the daily setting up and clearing away of all activities and equipment To attend staff meetings. Undertake training and other events throughout the year.
All job offers are subject to the completion of suitable references, health, DBS and declaration form checks.

Person Specification

Essential

Education

Early Years Practitioners with an NNEB/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification A-C GCSE Grades in English. Math is desirable. Paediatric first aid qualification

Experience

Minimum 1 year of previous experience working as an Early Years Practitioner in an educational setting Experience in curriculum planning according to the EYFS framework Experience in assessing children's development and writing reports. Experience in being a key worker for 2 and 3-year-olds and 3-4 years.

Skills, knowledge & values

Collaborative Innovative People Centred Has integrity Willing and keen to learn Is open & has a positive attitude to change Committed to high standards of professional conduct Committed to children and young families Has excellent interpersonal skills both with adults and children Has a thorough understanding of child development and children's needs Has the ability to build relationships with parents and carers to encourage their involvement in children's learning and development. Has the ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of literacy and numeracy, and the ability to communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written English Is organised, diligent and timely in completing written work Has knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practice.

Safeguarding:

The role will entail contact with young children daily.

You must attend all relevant safeguarding training and work according to our safeguarding policy.

The post is subject to a completed enhanced DBS and confidential declaration form.

St Mary's Islington is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting children's and young people's welfare and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 22,333.13 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension On-site gym Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/06/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025