Bank Staff Early Years Outdoor Practitioner (EYOP)

Willow Den; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in outdoor childcare is seeking enthusiastic Bank Early Years Outdoor Practitioners to join their dedicated team. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about outdoor play-based learning and eager to create enriching experiences for young children. As a key part of the team, you will support high-quality outdoor early learning and childcare, ensuring children thrive in a nurturing environment. If you love the outdoors and want to make a difference in children's lives, this flexible position offers a rewarding opportunity to engage with nature while fostering children's development.

Qualifications

• Qualified to SCQF level 7 in Childhood Practice or working towards it.
• Experience in an Early Years Practitioner role or similar.

Responsibilities

• Support the Early Years team in setting up outdoor spaces.
• Provide cover for Key Workers and support children's learning.

Skills

Outdoor Play-Based Learning

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Health and Safety Procedures

Child Development Knowledge

Education

SCQF Level 7 in Childhood Practice

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Willow Den Scotland is a fully outdoor nature-based early learning and childcare (ELC) organisation. Our nurseries are designed for children aged 3 years to school age, and we have plans to open in a range of locations across Scotland.

Our vision is for every family to have the choice for their child to play and learn outdoors. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of children in Scotland through access to fully outdoor Early Learning and Childcare.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Bank Early Years Outdoor Practitioners to join our team.

Role Description

Bank staff are required by the nursery to cover for or supplement our permanent or part-time staff. Typically, we need bank staff to cover for sickness, absence, holidays, and periods of temporary fluctuation in our child numbers.

Successful candidates will have experience of working in an early years setting. You will be enthusiastic and friendly with the skills to support the team in offering high-quality outdoor ELC.

A passion for delivering outdoor play-based learning for young children is essential. Our bank staff are a key part of the team and ‘walk the talk,’ willing to pull on your wellies and waterproofs and be able to get down and dirty in the mud delivering play and learning experiences that are high quality and child-led. You will know how to extend learning opportunities, support risky play, and most importantly, how to communicate effectively with children and their families.

The role is ideally suited to an individual who loves the outdoors. You may be a Practitioner who wants to try working in an outdoor setting, or perhaps you’re retired from the care sector and wish to work with children outdoors at a time that works for you.

Responsibilities

1. Work with the Early Years team in setting up our outdoor spaces.
2. Provide cover for Key Workers group of children, providing positive experiences and interactions for children.
3. Support children’s learning through experiences and outcomes related to Realising the Ambition.
4. Support and implement the daily routine.
5. Provide a role model as a reflective practitioner.
6. Comply with organisational policies and procedures outlined in our Daily Operating Manual.
7. Complete and follow Risk Assessments, Health and Safety procedures, and complete documentation including recording accidents and incidents.
8. Problem solving.
9. Registered or willing to register with SSSC.
10. Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Person Specification

1. Qualified to SCQF level 7 in (HNC/SVQ 3) Childhood Practice/Early Years and Young People, or currently working towards this.
2. Love the outdoors.
3. Experience in an Early Years Practitioner role or similar.
4. Full, clean PVG membership.
5. Knowledge of Realising the Ambition.
6. Experience following Health and Safety procedures and carrying out Risk Assessments.
7. Competent in recording children’s progress and completing children’s learning journals.
8. First aid certificate.

Personal Qualities

1. Reliable.
2. Approachable and friendly, ‘a people person’.
3. Caring and nurturing.
4. Good verbal and written communication skills.

For more information or if you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact Kathie at [e-mail].