Early Years Practitioner

Ladybird Forest Pre-School; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local early years education provider in Bedford is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Pre-School team. The role involves acting as a key-person for children, planning educational activities, and maintaining learning journals. Working hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, and Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, with a competitive hourly rate of £13.30, term time only. This role is vital for providing nurturing, high-quality education and care for young children in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a childcare setting.
• Understanding of childhood development and care standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement educational activities for children.
• Conduct observations and maintain children's learning records.
• Ensure a safe and stimulating environment for children.

Skills

Childcare skills

Communication skills

Planning abilities

Education

Relevant qualification in Early Years Education

Tools

Tapestry platform

Job description

Purpose of the job: To work as a key‑person and as part of the Pre‑School team under the direction of the Pre‑School Deputy/Leader/Manager to provide safe, high quality education and care for young children.

Working hours and remuneration: Monday‑Thursday 8.30 am‑3.30 pm – Friday 7.30 am‑3.30 pm, Part‑time considered. £13.30 hourly rate. Term time only.

Main Duties

1. To assist with the planning of the curriculum.
2. To help to set up the Pre‑School for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.
3. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met.
4. To carry out online learning journal observations (Tapestry) on all children in the setting, when appropriate or as directed. To pass on information to the relevant key persons.
5. To carry out detailed online learning journal observations (one per week) and complete child’s profile and leavers report on your own allocated children. To prepare for and attend parent’s evenings.
6. To advise the Lead Practitioner of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
7. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation.
8. To lead, when required, inside or outside play.
9. To attend staff meetings.
10. To attend in‑service training courses and meetings as required. Keep up to date with the policies and legislation affecting the Pre‑School.
11. To take part in Pre‑School special events as directed by the Pre‑School Leader/Manager. This must include the Christmas play, sports day, AGM, Open Day and the leaver’s party and two other additional events.
12. To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job.