Job description:
We are looking for an enthusiastic Early Years Assistant to join our thriving and committed team. We offer a happy and positive working environment where everyone is valued and appreciated. Our ideal candidate would be passionate about working with young children. We strive to support and nurture our children in a safe and secure environment.
Duties:
- Protect the children’s health, safety and well-being at all times.
- Support the children in their daily routines, including personal hygiene, mealtimes and transitions.
- Work in positive partnership with parents and families. This includes promoting effective two-way communication with our parents.
- Supervise and interact with children in an encouraging and supportive manner.
- Plan and lead fun, age-appropriate activities that promote learning through play.
- Promote children’s wellbeing, confidence and development through play.
- Continue to promote a positive nursery setting. This is done through caring for the children and providing them with a safe and secure environment to thrive.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the setting. This would include tidying up/cleaning ensuring the classroom is safe for all children.
- We expect our team to arrive on time, ready for work.
- Work in partnership with other staff members to create a positive nursery environment.
Essential:
- Must hold at least a Level 3 qualification in childcare.
- Candidates to have 2 years experience of working in a pre-school setting with children aged 3-10 years age.
- Passion for working with young children and supporting their learning and development.
- Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a level 3 qualification (or additional qualifications) in childcare?
Experience:
- working in a childcare setting: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
