Job Description

Level 5

Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship (Eary Years Manager)

- Tiny Oaks Day Nursery

Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship (Early Years Manager Role) at Tiny Oaks Day Nursery, Edenbridge.


Here at Tiny Oaks our rooms have been designed and structured to offer a safe and secure environment for your little one to develop and learn through play.The nursery provides facilities for children aged from 3 months through to pre-school age and is registered as GOOD with Ofsted.


We have dedicated rooms for our various age ranges and each room reflects the seven areas of learning, as prescribed in the Early Years Foundation Stage. All of our facilities are designed to be accessible to every child


Our fees are inclusive of freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, tea, snacks and drinks. Daily menus are carefully selected by a professional nutritionist to meet energy requirements of growing children.


Pre School children also follow the 'Early Years Foundation Stage'. We support them and prepare them for their eventual move from day nursery to school. This is a more settled routine, with children working in small groups.


Through our observations of children learning through play, we are able to introduce adult led activities that follow the interest of individual children, linking them to the seven areas of learning:


communication and language

physical development

personal social and emotional development

literacy

mathematics

understanding of the world

expressive arts and design

The children have open access to the garden every day (free flow) from their room and complete a lot of their daily activities outside through choice. The garden also reflect the areas of learning and allows problem solving on a grander scale.

Your duties and responsibilities will include;

Child Development & Learning Promote the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of children aged 0-5 Plan and deliver stimulating, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Observe, assess, and record children's progress to inform planning and support individual needs Safeguarding & Child Welfare Ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures in accordance with statutory guidance Maintain confidentiality and adhere to GDPR and data protection policies Inclusion & Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support children with additional needs, ensuring inclusive access to learning opportunities Work collaboratively with external agencies and professionals to implement tailored support strategies Promote equality, diversity, and inclusive practices throughout the setting Partnership with Parents & Carers Build and maintain positive relationships with families and carers Communicate regularly regarding children's development, achievements, and well-being Encourage parental involvement in the learning process and setting activities Professional Conduct & Team Collaboration Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive and professional environment Mentor and support junior staff and apprentices Engage in continuous professional development and reflective practice Administrative & Organisational Duties Maintain accurate records, including observations, assessments, and safeguarding documentation Support the day-to-day organisation of the setting, including routines, transitions, and events Uphold all policies, procedures, and standards set by the organisation and regulatory bodies

Requirements;

A Level 3 Childcare qualification is essential At least 15 months experience in a Manager role GCSE grades A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent

Hours;

The Nursery is open from 7:30am - 6:30pm Monday to Friday The successful candidate will be required to work 40 hours per week over 4 days





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Benefits

Pension Free parking Easy commute 28 including bank holidays 1 weeks shut down at Christmas Birthday off after 1 years service


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