Bank Early Years Educator

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wonford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to join their First Steps Nursery team. The role involves assessing and planning the care and development of children, ensuring they achieve the best possible outcomes. Candidates must have a National Diploma in Early Years Childcare or equivalent, and good people skills. This position offers various day shifts and benefits including annual leave and occupational health services.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Occupational health services

Staff discounts on shopping

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate good people skills.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of children.
• Engaging in child- and adult-led learning.
• Providing feedback to parents/carers.

Skills

Good people skills

Knowledge of EYFS requirements

Education

National Diploma in Early Years Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Overview

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Engaging in child- and adult-led learning and acting as an excellent role-model to all children.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Early Years Childcare or equivalent; demonstrate good people skills and knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements.

Safeguarding

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.

Working Pattern

Various day shifts available Monday to Friday. All shifts must consist of the working hours 08:00 - 18:00. Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Contact

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

Equality & 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.

Preferences

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

Vacancy status

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

About the Trust

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.

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