Early Years Practitioner

TieTalent; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare staffing agency is seeking an Early Years Practitioner in Hitchin to support young children's learning in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Early Years qualification and sound knowledge of safeguarding. Responsibilities include contributing to high-quality nursery practices and ensuring the welfare of children, while fostering a love of learning through play.

Qualifications

• Confident knowledge of Safeguarding processes and procedures.
• Ability to participate in child observations and assessments.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery.
• Ensure children's safety and welfare.
• Maintain professional working relationships with parents and colleagues.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum

Child safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Observation skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Food and Hygiene Level 2

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

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We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about providing the very best start in life for young children and supporting them in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

Working as an Early Years Practitioner you will join a nursery team that is committed to providing the highest levels of care and education for all the children who attend.

As an Early Years Practitioner you will join a nursery that believes in fostering a love of learning through play and creating a safe, happy, and inclusive environment where every child can flourish.

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DUTIES

Your duties as an Early Years Practitioner include:

• Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children
• Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy
• Prepare and supervise activities
• Supervise and support children at all times
• Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff and visitors
• Ensure that all children are kept safe
• Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, colleagues and visitors
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents and carers
• Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery
• Work as part of a team to ensure the companys values are maintained
• Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
• Able to ensure the safety and welfare of children through a confident knowledge of Safeguarding processes and procedures
• Able to participate in child observations and assessments with a strong understanding of child development
• Ability to communicate confidently with adults and children
• Able to work well within a team
• Good verbal and written communication skills
  
  

DESIRABLE

• Food and Hygiene Level 2
• Safeguarding
• Prevent Duty
• FGM
• Paediatric First Aid
• SENDCO
• Self-Regulation
  
  

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