Early Years Practitioner

Village Bears Day Nursery; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's nursery in Brighton is looking for a qualified early years practitioner to join their under 2's room. The ideal candidate holds a level 3 childcare qualification and is enthusiastic and reliable. Responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day running of the setting and maintaining effective communication with parents and staff. This position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, and requires a valid DBS certificate.

Qualifications

• Hold at least a level 3 childcare qualification.
• Understand the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
• Have a valid DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day to day running of the setting.
• Implement Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy.
• Complete key children observations and assessments.
• Create and maintain professional partnerships with parents/carers.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Communication

Understanding of child development

Creativity

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

We are looking for a qualified enthusiastic early years practitioner to join our under 2’s room who holds at least a level 3 childcare qualification. The position is 37.5 hours per week working Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the day to day running of the setting, to ensure the routine is carried out effectively and individual needs of the children are met.
• Adhering to company policies and procedures and comply with current legislation
• Implement Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy & Procedure
• To implement the EYFS within the setting by being responsible for the completion of key children observations and assessments
• Completion of planning to ensure it supports children's learning and development.
• Be able to create and maintain professional partnerships with parents/carers
• Be a positive role model to children in their care
• To be able to communicate effectively with staff, parents and children on a daily basis
• Adhere to health and safety procedures including carrying out risk assessment and safety checks upon opening and closing room

The successful candidate will be creative, enthusiastic, reliable and have an understanding of child development, Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and safeguarding procedures.

Be required to hold a valid DBS certificate.