They will ensure every child deserves the best start in life, providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment for the children. To follow the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), setting the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to eight, adhering to the policies and procedures of our settings at all times.
Duties and key areas:
Roles and Responsibilities:
To assist and support babies in their daily activities like; self-care, feeding, sleeping and their independence
Create a nurturing and stimulating environment where babies can thrive, learn, and develop their skills.
To be aware of and follow the settings policies and procedures, EYFS statutory requirements, SEND code of practice and all other relevant legislation relating to care and education.
To ensure all necessary steps are taken to keep children safe and secure by placing emotional and physical wellbeing as of the utmost priority.
Identify children and young people who are suffering or likely to suffer significant harm and take appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are kept safe.
To promote healthy lifestyles including dental health, healthy eating and the importance of exercise and unsure children have access to the outdoors on a daily basis.
To actively fulfil duties in line with the 4 overarching principles of the EYFS of a unique child, positive relationships, Enabling environments and Learning and development.
Promote respectful partnership working between families and professionals to support the holistic needs of each and every child.
To actively promote fundamental british values including mutual respect, individual liberty, tolerance, democracy and rule of law.
To provide high quality learning environments, experiences and interactions to meet the diverse needs of all children and their families.
Through observation, assessment and planning, provide universal, targeted and specialist support to meet the diverse needs of children and their families.
Completion of any reports including statutory 2 year checks, settling in, 6 monthly assessments, targeted plans and necessary supporting documentation.
ensure every child is receiving their entitlement through growing healthy, funded education, Northumberland school readiness passport, school reception places and Family hubs.
To model good practice and professionalism at all times.
Maintaining a positive supportive working environment where everyone is valued, respected and made to feel part of our team.
To attend regular staff and planning meetings, fundraising/social events relevant to our setting.
To embark on relevant training and personal development relevant to the post.
To maintain confidentiality and sharing of information in line with GDPR
To ensure that all areas of the nursery are kept safe, clean and tidy at all times (including following procedures for opening and closing checks, temperature checks, cleaning, laundry, risk assessments, as examples)
To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time to time by the nursery manager.
The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this are indicative and may vary over time. Post holders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and extent of the post.
Specifications:
Qualifications/ Training
Childcare and Early Years qualification minimum level 3
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Good level of general education, including level 2 (or equivalent) in English & Maths
Paediatric First Aid/ safeguarding/prevent training
Basic food hygiene training
Relevant baby/2 year old training
Experience
Working with under 2's
Teamwork
Working in Ofsted registered Early Years provision
Experience of working with other professionals
Dealing with child protection and Early Help concerns
Application form
Interview
References
Knowledge and skills
Knowledge and understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and other relevant legislation related to the Childcare
Ability to write reports and keep accurate records
Good communication skills both written and oral
ICT skills
Good understanding of Health and safety
Knowledge Northumberland Child Protection procedures
Knowledge of the Northumberland Early Years Code of Practice
Application form
Interview
Disposition
Professional manner at all times
Actively promotes anti-discriminatory & inclusive practice
Can deal with difficult situations in a calm and professional manner
Advocate for children to improve outcomes, wellbeing and school readiness
Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to work with a range of people in a sensitive manner, maintaining confidentiality and remaining impartial
Proactive, solution focused and committed to making a positive contribution to the team
Ability to identify and plan own training and developmental needs
Excellent organizational skills and able to work to deadlines
Personal Characteristics
Flexible and enthusiastic approach to work
Reliable and good time keeper
Warm and friendly with a good sense of humour
Motivated and committed to caring
Be able to work as part of a team and under own initiative
Physical, mental and emotional demands
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Able to have lengthy periods of concentrated mental attention
Ability to respond to unpredictable and time sensitive situations relating to children
Other
Commitment to working with others to keep children safe
Commitment to and understanding of the principles of Equal Opportunities and Inclusion
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Application form completed
two suitable references
Interview and observation
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to 12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 16 - 20 per week
Benefits:
Childcare
Company events
Discounted or free food
Free parking
On-site parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Education:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
Nursery: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person