Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Network Tower Hamlets; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local early education provider is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner in Greater London. This full-time role involves ensuring the highest standards of care and education for children, working collaboratively with staff, and engaging with parents. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and experience in a nursery or early years setting. Responsibilities include following EYFS guidelines, promoting inclusive practices, and ensuring the safety of children. Competitive salary starting at £25,311 per year with in-person work requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a nursery setting.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Ability to plan and implement activities that meet children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of nursery premises.
• Provide high-quality care and education to children.
• Implement and review nursery policies and procedures.
• Promote diversity and inclusive practices.

Skills

Care and education standards

Health and safety regulations

Safeguarding practices

Communication with parents

Inclusive practice

Education

Relevant Early Years qualification

Job description

37.5 hours per week x 52 weeks per year Full time Shift work, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.

Salary: 25,311 per annum

The Early Years Practitioner is responsible to the Nursery Manager.

• The Early Years Practitioner will be a 'key person' for a group of key babies/children, keeping records in accordance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• The Early Years Practitioner will work as part of the nursery team, taking responsibility to ensure that all children, in the nursery receive the highest standard of care and education.
• To assist the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in providing a high standard of care and education that meets the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, Children Act and OFSTED inspections.
• To support the nursery management with all aspects of safeguarding.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To be able to ensure the safety and security of the nursery premises, users and staff in accordance with health and safety legislation and EYNTH and WFCN policies.
• To be responsible for providing a high standard of care and education, which meets the requirements of the Statutory Framework of the EYFS, Children Act and OFSTED inspections.
• To work as part of a staff team in providing a smooth-running and harmonious atmosphere in the nursery and in accordance with EYNTH and WFCN policies.
• To implement nursery policies and procedures, with regular reviews with the Nursery Manager to ensure they reflect current legislation and practices.
• To ensure that the services provided at the nursery meet the cultural, social and linguistic needs of the nursery users, promoting diversity and inclusive practice throughout all aspects of the nursery.
• To ensure that records are available at all times and regular reports are given to the Nursery Manager; to maintain records as required e.g. attendance records, accident and incident book and children's records.
• To arrive on time to prepare the day's activities and set up equipment before the children arrive and to clear up after the children and parents leave.
• To offer a full programme of activities throughout the day and recognising that this will need careful planning, involving other staff and trainees in order to develop the potential of each child.
• To be fully involved in the children's play, nurturing the children's own creative potential through the activities offered.
• To ensure that the nursery equipment is kept in good order.
• To ensure that children are supervised at all times, whether indoors or outdoors.
• To attend regular WFCN staff meetings, and attend EYNTH meetings where appropriate.
• To make time available on a regular basis to discuss the day-to-day running of the nursery with other staff members.
• To be aware of administrative procedures and be in a position to explain these to parents.
• To keep up to date with the latest ideas in the under-fives field through research, courses and publications.
• To be aware of National and Local Policy Developments.
• To work with external partner agencies where necessary.
• To work with the Manager to ensure the continued development of the nursery in line with national and local requirements and policy, and be in a position to pass the information on to other staff members.
• To be able to undertake cooking, cleaning, laundry duties and any other duty which is necessary, to ensure the upkeep of the nursery and the children and staff within it.
• To be able to lift children and equipment as necessary.
• To undertake any other appropriate and reasonable activity relevant to the job as required or directed by the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager or Person in charge.
• To encourage parent/carer involvement in the nursery.
• To fulfil his/her duties with the good name of the EYNTH and WFCN in mind.
• To undertake any further training as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 25,311.00 per year

Work Location: In person