Job Description

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Children and Young People's Services Little Hayes and Speedwell Nursery Schools Federation

JOB TITLE:

Early Years Practitioner (Term Time Only)

GRADE:

BG5

Closing Date:

Sunday 7th December

Interview Date:

Monday 15th December

Purpose of the Job:

To undertake the learning, care and supervision of children in an early years setting Key Job Outcomes

To work with two, three and four year old children providing quality education and care

To act as a key person for a group of children providing an emotionally secure environment

To contribute to the development of children's education by assisting in the planning and organization of children's learning through play and appropriate learning experiences

To work directly with children in both individual and group situations to help develop children's welfare and learning

To provide an inclusive service meeting the developmental needs of all children

Keep records of children's learning that demonstrate clearly the progress that children are making

To work effectively and sensitively with parents sharing progress and key moments at the centre and at home

General Accountabilities

So far as reasonably practicable, the post holder must promote safe working practices to maintain a safe working environment for employees and service users. These are defined in the corporate Health, Safety and Welfare policy, other setting polices and code of practice

Work in compliance with the codes of conduct, regulations and policies of the city council and its commitment to equal opportunities

Have a clear understanding and knowledge in relation to safeguarding children

Ensure that output and quality of work is of a high standard and complies with current legislation/ standards.

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATION

Children & Young People's Services

Little Hayes and Speedwell Nursery Schools Federation

Early Years Practitioner

Bristol Grade BG5.

ESSENTIAL

(Must Have)

Knowledge & Experience

CACHE Diploma in Childare and Education (NNEB) or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, or equivalent Early Years qualification.

Experience of working in an education or childcare setting.

Sound knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, the development needs of children under the age of 5 and the importance of play.

Sound understanding of child protection procedures and issues of confidentiality and information sharing when working with families.

Experience of successfully working in partnership with parents/carers.

Knowledge of equal opportunities policy, and a commitment to working with children and families in ways which are inclusive and anti-oppressive.

Knowledge of the needs of children with Special Educational Needs.

Abilities and Aptitudes

Ability to work collaboratively with team members, other agencies and community groups.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Basic IT skills or willingness to acquire them.

A creative and reflective approach to all areas of practice.

DESIRABLE

(Should Have)

Knowledge & Experience

Recent experience of working successfully with two year olds.

Ability to plan, implement and evaluate creative and responsive learning experiences

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 13.05-13.26 per hour

Expected hours: 16.75 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person