Building Blocks PreSchool and wrap around care Little Leigh is looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator/Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will be required to work within a team, interact and communicate with children and provide a stimulating learning environment.
At Building Blocks PreSchool and wrap around care Little Leigh children and families are at the centre of our organisation. We believe that children’s happiness, wellbeing and curiosity are essential elements of their development. Our natural environments foster curiosity, imagination and play, which is valued and meaningful. Our staff enable children to fulfil their potential through timely interactions, sharing enthusiasm and a passion for learning.
The hours for this role are 3 or 2 days per week from 7:30am until 6pm. Rate of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience.
Please note that only level 3 qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in joining our team as an Early Years Educator.
Candidates success will be dependent to a DBS check and completion of two references.
Potential duties include:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Provide individualised care and support to meet the unique needs of each child
- Observe and assess children's development, documenting progress and identifying areas for improvement
- Collaborate with families and guardians to ensure open communication and involvement in their child's learning journey
- Maintain a clean and organised early years environment
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues
- Strong knowledge of child development theories and practices
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans and activities that promote learning and development
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities effectively.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northwich, Cheshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 qualification in early years childhood/education (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
