Bank Childcare Practitioner

Itchen Sixth Form College; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking - on-site

Free hot drinks for staff

Canteen - freshly prepared food

Access to College Library

Free College WiFi

Job summary

Itchen Sixth Form College is seeking Early Years Practitioners to join the Nursery as bank staff in Southampton. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care and supporting daily routines for pre-school children.

Candidates should have Level 2/3 childcare qualifications (or be working towards), solid general education, and knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding. Benefits include on-site parking and staff facilities at the college.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification or working towards.
• Good general education.
• Experience with pre-school children in a nursery setting.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of care across physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs for children in the nursery.
• Collaborate with the nursery team to ensure a nurturing environment.
• Implement and maintain the daily routine in the base room.
• Uphold the Nursery’s safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

Skills

Childcare qualification

Education background

Nursery experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Itchen College Nursery is currently looking for Early Years Practitioners to work as bank staff within the Nursery.

Department: Nursery

Location: Itchen Sixth Form College

Compensation: £14.38 / hour

Salary: SCP 5 - currently £14.61p/h to include holiday allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children placed in the Day Nursery.
• Work collaboratively with the nursery team to ensure a positive and nurturing environment.
• Implement and maintain the daily routine in the designated base room.
• Adhere to and uphold the Nursery’s Safeguarding Policy & Procedures at all times.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare or working towards.
• Good level of general education.
• Experience of working with children in a Nursery setting, particularly pre-school age.
• Good knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Good knowledge of Safeguarding procedures.

Benefits

• Values-driven culture - we’re really proud of our culture. We’re looking for someone who is as driven by our college values as we are!
• Free parking - free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.
• Free Hot Drinks for Staff
• Canteen - freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.
• Access to College Library
• Free College WiFi