(WIT) Early Years Practitioner (Unqualified)

Rafakidz Nursery; Wittering; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare facility in Wittering is seeking enthusiastic and caring individuals to join their team. The role involves facilitating creative play activities, assisting with meals, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment. Applicants should have a positive attitude and an interest in child development. Training and development opportunities are provided, along with subsidised childcare. A DBS check is required for the position.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

High-quality training

Ample annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare is preferred.
• Understanding of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework is beneficial.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on, creative activities for children.
• Assist with meals and snack times.
• Maintain safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Caring attitude

Enthusiasm

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you\'ll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues! We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to be able to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record your observations and updates. You\'ll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.

About the role

• A typical day in the role will include hands-on and creative with messy and outdoor play activities
• Helping with meals and snack times
• Keeping records on children\'s progress and daily activities and adventures
• Maintaining highest standards of safety, cleanliness and hygiene
• Meet and greet families and build great relationships
• Be willing to learn from colleagues to understand EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities