Early Years Practitioner

JR United Kingdom; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Hitchin seeks an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about nurturing young children in a safe and stimulating environment. You will play a vital role in fostering a love of learning through play while ensuring the highest standards of care and education are provided.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
• Confident in Safeguarding processes and procedures.
• Ability to participate in child observation and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high standards within the nursery.
• Plan and assess children's development accurately.
• Maintain a positive attitude and ensure safety of all children.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum

Understanding of Safeguarding processes

Child observation and assessment

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

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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If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

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

• 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