(WIT) Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

RAFA Kidz Ltd; Wittering; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Wittering is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner. You will plan and carry out engaging activities for children, maintain Ofsted records, and support children with special needs. This role offers £12.73 per hour for 38 hours a week, with beneficial perks like subsidised childcare and holiday time off. If you are passionate about making a difference for military families, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Refer a Friend Bonus

Time off over the Christmas period

Onsite Gyms

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified practitioner with Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Experience in planning and implementing EYFS activities.
• Ability to maintain records meeting Ofsted standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out fun, educational activities based on EYFS.
• Update and maintain accurate records for Ofsted.
• Fulfill key worker responsibilities for assigned children.

Skills

Planning educational activities

Maintaining Ofsted records

Supporting special educational needs

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Overview

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

RAFAKidz Nursery, Wittering, Peterborough PE8 6DW

£12.73 per hour 38 hours per week

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Time off over the Christmas period
• Onsite Gyms at set locations
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, we are growing! RAFAKidz started out as one of the chosen providers of nursery services to the RAF community. We are excited to announce that we recently opened a brand-new setting to provide high quality affordable childcare at RAF Wittering. The nursey opened in April and we are looking for an additional Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join us.

RAFAKidz Wittering is a welcoming 99-place setting for children from 3 months to 5 years. We create a safe, stimulating and happy learning environment, conveniently located just off the A1. Open five days a week from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, we offer peace of mind for parents seeking quality care. Our dedicated staff lead a variety of exciting adult-led activities while also promoting child-initiated play. We make sure to keep parents updated on their child’s progress through our wonderful app, and provide healthy, nutritious meals each day to support their well-being and development. We also operate a wraparound school care club and holiday club for primary school aged children.

About the role

As a qualified practitioner, you will be fully involved in planning fun, educational and stimulating activities within the scope of EYFS learning outcomes, along with maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements. You will have key worker responsibilities for a group of children and work closely with the nursery management team and SEND Lead to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities. The needs of military families are unique and if you feel like you could make a difference to military families, we would love to hear from you.

A typical day in a Level 3 role will include:

• Using the EYFS learning outcomes to plan and carry out fun, educational and stimulating activities
• Updating and maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements
• Designated key worker responsibilities for a group of children
• Work with Senco to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities

A full job description is available to view on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

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

How to apply

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk Closing date Wednesday 24 September; interviews are ongoing, so please apply promptly as we may close the job advert early.