Early Years Practitioner

Bowerhill Pre\-School is a small Committee run Pre\-School.

We are currently looking for a qualified, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our small friendly team.

Candidates must be qualified to a minimum of level 3 in early years and have experience of working in an early years setting.

Main Duties:

· To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring that the individual needs and interest of children in the setting are met (in conjunction with other team members)

· To use Tapestry, an online platform to record observations and keep records of your key children’s development.

· To promote positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.

· To assist in the setting up and clearing away of all activities and equipment.

· Support all staff and work effectively as part of the team.

· To develop and maintain strong partnerships and communication with parents/carers to facilitate day\-to\-day caring and early learning needs.

· To ensure the provision of a high\-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures and medical histories.

· To advise manager/deputy of any concerns, e.g. over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.

· To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, termly staff meetings.

· To be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment, etc.

· To read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role and the safe running of the setting.

· To develop your role within the team, especially with regard to being a key person

· To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job.

· To be aware of the high profile of the setting and to uphold its standards at all times, both in work hours and outside.

· To support pre\-school assistants, students and volunteers.

· To ensure good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times.

· To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation

Person Specification

\* To be positive in their approach to child care in the early years

\* To be organised and disciplined

\* To have a good working knowledge of the EYFS and child development

\* To be willing to study or train for personal development

\* To be a team player whilst having the confidence to work alone when applicable

\* To respect the need for confidentiality in all circumstances

\* To understand equality and diversity for children and adults

\* To be a positive role model to both staff and children

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Job Type: Part\-time

Expected hours: 6\.0 per week

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

• Pre\-School: 1 year (required)

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