Job Description

Make a lasting impact on young minds while enjoying a rewarding career in our nature-focused nursery environment.

Salary:

24,500 - 28,500 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Location:

Andover

Contract Type:

Permanent

Qualifications:

Level 2 or 3 in Childcare

Working hours:

40 Hours per week all year round. Excluding Bank Holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

You will assist with leading carefully planned activities that are age-appropriate and provide interesting opportunities for children to learn the skills they need as part of the EYFS curriculum.

The Role:

To provide a safe, interesting and stimulating environment for the children in a variety of ways Be proactively involved in all activities and day trips To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children placed in the Nursery To give support and respect to other personnel within the Nursery To implement the daily routine in the Nursery

Duties and Responsibilities:

Safeguarding - observe and be alert and report immediately any signs of abuse or neglect Be punctual and reliable Ensure all children and parents are met with a warm welcome Operate a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children attending the Nursery in conjunction with the Room Supervisor on a weekly basis Adjust activities according to the child's needs Liaise with and support parents and other family members Attend staff meetings and training events outside working hours if required Undertake certain domestic jobs within the Nursery, for example, serving snacks and meals, occasionally loading and emptying the dishwasher and laundry as part of a daily routine To develop your role within the team To engage in reflective practice, use constructive feedback to continually improve Carry out any reasonable request given to you by any senior Member of Nursery or School Staff

Qualifications:

Experience in childcare or early childhood education is essential A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Childcare is preferred Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities whilst managing groups of children effectively A genuine passion for working with young children and understanding their developmental needs Capability to work collaboratively within a team environment whilst also being able to manage tasks independently Must have the legal right to work in the UK
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Graduate

Pay: 24,500.00-28,500.00 per year

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (required) Management: 1 year (preferred) Nursery experience: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person