Early Years Practitioner

JR United Kingdom; Stirling; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Stirling is seeking a compassionate Childcare Practitioner to create and facilitate balanced early years learning experiences. Candidates must have a relevant qualification and a commitment to ongoing development, along with a passion for supporting children and their families. A competitive salary, welcome bonus, and various perks make this opportunity particularly appealing.

Benefits

£1000 welcome bonus for first successful candidate

Free PVG/SSSC registration

Free uniforms and childcare

Qualifications

• Possess a HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education or equivalent.
• Knowledge of local and national guidelines and curriculum.
• Registration with SSSC required.

Responsibilities

• Observe, record, and plan to meet individual children's needs.
• Implement child protection procedures and support children.
• Work collaboratively within a professional team.

Skills

Child development

Parental involvement

Equality awareness

Education

HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education

Job description

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To be involved in planning, supervision, and facilitating appropriately balanced early years learning experiences that follow Curriculum for Excellence and the Pre-Birth to Three Curriculum. While providing a caring, safe, and welcoming environment for children, this role allows each child to develop at their own pace. Current national guidance and other relevant documentation will guide planning, along with child-led learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe, record, and plan through interaction to meet the needs of individual children.
• Monitor and evaluate children's development through Individual Learning Development (ILD) and Learning Intentions, and implement action plans.
• Work alongside parents when planning for each child. Support parental participation and build relationships with the community.
• Implement the appropriate curriculum by ensuring the room is fully resourced and facilitating learning experiences.
• Create a child-led environment to enable learning through play and suitable experiences.
• Promote awareness of equality within the nursery.
• Support the development of wellbeing, literacy, and mathematics across the setting.
• Respond to children's physical needs, e.g., toileting and nappy changing.
• Provide learning experiences tailored to children with additional support needs, according to their IEP.
• Implement child protection procedures and support children and families through lifestyle changes.
• Participate in outings, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Work collaboratively within a professional team, respecting each member's abilities.
• Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines.
• Contribute to staff meetings on relevant topics.
• Act as a positive role model.
• Engage in training, share knowledge, and document good practice in the CPD folder.
• Be registered with the SSSC or an equivalent body.
• Follow company policies and procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

• Possess a HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education or equivalent. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required or to be obtained.
• Knowledge of:
  • The developmental needs of young children.
  • The importance of parental involvement and respect for their role.
  • Local and national guidelines, curriculum, and childcare procedures.
• Higher wages available for exceptional applicants.
• £1000 welcome bonus for the first successful candidate.
• Free PVG/SSSC registration.
• Free uniforms and childcare.

To Apply

If you believe you are a suitable candidate and wish to join this reputable nursery, please apply without hesitation.