Job Description

Company Overview

Discovery Vine Childcare specialises in Pre School education and Out of School Care for children aged 2 to 12 years. Founded in 2001, we are committed to providing safe, fun, and high-quality childcare services for children, parents/carers, and staff.

Summary

We are seeking an Early Years Teacher to join our dedicated team at Discovery Vine Ltd in the heart of our community at our Pre School at Cottam Primary School. This role is vital in nurturing children's development and ensuring a positive learning environment that aligns with our mission of high-quality childcare. This position is to work 40 hours a week, all year round.

Responsibilities

Create and implement engaging educational programs tailored to children's needs.

Take a lead role in overseeing the delivery of EYFS across the Pre School. Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all children. Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support children's learning. Monitor and assess children's progress and development. Maintain a clean and organised classroom setting. Work closely with colleagues to enhance the overall quality of care. Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Carry out spot checks on the quality of planning, observations and learning journeys. Lead changes across the room and age groups when necessary. Observe, support and extend children learning. Plan appropriately for children using the EYFS framework. Maintain accurate and effective children's records. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. Demonstrate good practice with regard to special needs and inclusion. Ensuring that all legislation in relation to special needs, safeguarding and Health and Safety is complied with.

Qualifications

Early Years Teacher / Professional Status or Qualified Teacher Status is essential.

The ideal candidate will also be able to:

Proven experience working with young children. An excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families. Strong leadership and management skills. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team. Knowledge of Safeguarding and Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Experience of working in partnership with parents and outside agencies. Managing and maintaining administration requirements.
If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to be part of a vibrant team, we invite you to apply today!

In return, this opportunity offers the ideal applicant a competitive salary whilst working as part of a highly successful team.

The successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS.

Additional benefits for working for Discovery Vine Childcare include:

- 50% discount childcare for own children when working

- Additional day off for your birthday after working for the company for 2 years

- Additional annual leave days after 5 years' service up to a maximum of 1 week.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person