Lead Early Years Practitioner

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatburn Pre-School Ltd seeks a passionate childcare professional to join their team, providing high-quality education and care to children. You will engage in curriculum planning, manage resources, and maintain safeguarding practices in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 Childcare qualification and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Childcare.
• Be available to work Thursday & Friday.
• Experience working in an early years setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Senior Management for curriculum planning.
• Manage staff and resources effectively.
• Implement observation and record-keeping systems.

Skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Organizational Skills

Child safeguarding

Education

Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Joining Chatburn Pre-School Ltd, you will be joining a team of outstanding staff who are professional and passionate in providing a high level of childcare and customer service. You will need to be able to: be part of a team to ensure professional practice and service at all times; follow health and safety procedures. Be professional, well organised and passionate in your role; support your team and the Management in delivering goals and objectives. Chatburn Pre-School Ltd is committed to the education and the development of children, safeguarding and promoting their welfare. All staff are expected to be fully aware of and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the Children Act 2004 and Working Together in relation to child protection and safeguarding.

Requirements;

• 4 days per week
• Level 3 in Childcare
• MUST be able to work the Thursday & Friday
• Between 7.30am - 6.00pm

Main Duties

• Liaise with Senior Management in the drawing up of long term, medium and daily curriculum plans which take into account the Early Years Foundation Stage
• To liaise with Senior Management, Ofsted and other professionals as necessary.
• To work with Senior Management and ensure that all staff, volunteers and resources are effectively managed.
• To be aware of any special needs a child may have and to familiarise oneself with relevant play and learning plans.
• To liaise with Senior Management in implementing systems of observation and record keeping so that children’s progress and achievements are effectively assessed.

NB: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.