Bank Early Years Educator

NHS Jobs; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Annual leave 27–33 days

Flexible working schemes

Occupational health services

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Early Years practitioner to support the care and development of children at First Steps Nursery in Exeter. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate activities to help children achieve the best outcomes and provide feedback to parents.

You will model best practices in a busy environment, balancing child- and adult-led learning while following safeguarding policies and engaging with safeguarding services as required.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Early Years Childcare or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements.
• Band 2 candidates who can work towards Band 3 will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care and development for children in First Steps Nursery.
• Provide feedback to parents/carers to support best outcomes.
• Be a positive role model during child- and adult-led learning.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and work with specialist safeguarding services when needed.

Skills

People skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

National Diploma in Early Years Childcare

Job description

Responsibilities

More detail about the role: Your busy day will include assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care and development of the children who attend First Steps Nursery to ensure they achieve the best possible outcomes, in addition to providing feedback to parents/carers.

The working day is extremely rewarding and involves both child and adult-led learning where you will be an excellent role-model to all children.

All current practice and care by the staff at First Steps Nursery reflects standards as outlined in the Trusts Safeguarding Children Policy, alongside the Devon Safeguarding Children Board procedures, whilst our Early Years Educators will also engage with specialist safeguarding services as and when necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements

With a National Diploma in Early Years Childcare or equivalent, you would need to demonstrate good people skills and a knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements.

For this role, we will also accept band 2's that can work towards band 3.

Working Pattern

Various day shifts available Monday to Friday.

All shifts must consist of the working hours 08:00 - 18:00.

Interview & Contact

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

For further information please contact: Zoe Arthurs, Childcare Services Manager on 01392 405858 or [e-mail]

Company Culture & Diversity

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

Benefits

• We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.
• Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.
• Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
• Looking after you is important to us.
• We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
• If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
• Salary is not the only financial benefit.
• You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
• You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.