Introduction

To be trained under close and frequent supervision in order to develop the ability to perform and work towards a fully qualified nursery practitioner role. To contribute to a high quality caring environment for children.

About the Employer

Hillsborough Nursery is a purpose-built, self-contained building within the grounds of our Hillsborough campus. It offers care for children from six months to 5 years with 53 places in total. At The Sheffield Nursery, we believe that every child is unique and deserves to be given the best possible start in life. We provide a safe, sensory-rich, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. Our highly qualified and experienced staff team work together to provide childcare and education that enables children to become confident individuals. We understand that parents need peace of mind that their children are being cared for in a safe and secure environment. That’s why our nurseries have been designed with the latest security features, and our staff undergo regular training to ensure they’re always up-to-date with best practice

What You'll Do

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

In particular, the post holder will be responsible for:

Work as a member of the nursery team to ensure that high standards of care is provided.
Promote and create an educationally stimulating environment in accordance with Every Child Matters and the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
To ensure the ethos, implementation and legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage is embed within practice.
To take an interest in the children and their families, to treat them as individuals and with respect at all times.
To provide support for any children with special educational needs and liaise with senior members of staff to promote their welfare and development As well as supporting all co-ordinators eg, senco and equal opportunities in their duties.
To ensure positive management of children’s behaviour.
To ensure children and adults safety at all times, adhering to the health and safety policies and procedures. This includes but is not limited to; Risk assessments, supervise the children arriving/leaving the nursery; and visually checking equipment and resources.
Gain experience of undertaking and maintaining records as required by Ofsted Registration legislations;these include but are not limited to; development records, observations, accident, incident and risk assessment records as appropriate.
To carry out housekeeping duties as appropriate prepare and clear up the nursery areas, whilst maintaining a good order all toys and equipment.
Ensure, through the Nursery Manager/Nursery Coordinator, that adequate stocks of materials exist.
Undertake a Paediatric First Aid qualification and once qualified undertake duties within the nursery approved code of practice.
To demonstrate a genuine care for children and contribute to the planning and development of activities.
To promote and develop good relations and communication between staff members, parents, children and external agencies advocating the ethos of the setting demonstrating an effective service.
Ensure that all relevant work activities underpin the college’s commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults; Any concerns about a child/young person are acted on promptly, clearly recorded, referred to the nursery DSL or DSD.
To record and report incidents in relation to allegations/Whilst blowing on staff members who have breach the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies and Legislations.
To be flexible and adaptable, to assist in all areas of nursery work and to provide support for other members of staff, undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be determined after negotiation between management, the post holder and appropriate Trade Unions.
To attend staff meetings and training courses as directed by senior managers as well as attending regular out of hours training sessions as directed by course tutors in order to complete Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Qualification.
To go about your duties with a positive and enthusiastic attitude - to be organised, efficient, confident, hardworking and conscientious.

Training Outcome

Subject to negotiation and successful completion, L3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - A*-C or 9-4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - A*-C or 9-4

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday: 8.00 am - 6.00 pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

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