To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children -observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence;
To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning;
To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children's physical, intellectual and emotional development;
To ensure planned activities are drawn from children's next steps, observations and interests as required within the EYFS framework;
To support each child in developing self-esteem, confidence and feelings of competence;
To provide a positive model of behaviour by treating children, families and one another with friendliness, care and courtesy;
To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current issues, legislation and practices through attending regular training and workshops that promote personal and professional development;
To be aware of hygiene standards and ensure that these are met in accordance with Caring Kindergartens policies;
To work collaboratively with fellow colleagues to create a positive, proactive and effective nursery team.

For this role, you will ideally hold a Level 2 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for., A suitable Level 2 childcare qualification, recognised by the Department for Education.
A good understanding of the EYFS
Excellent understanding of the English language, spoken and written
A good understanding of safeguarding practices
Previous childcare experience in an early year setting
Cleared DBS check
The ability to extend children's learning, through high quality experiences and activities
Ability to manage a group of key children
Good communication skills with both adult and children
Be committed to reflective practice and self-development

A brilliant work culture, celebrating success and achievements of our teams and the individuals within them. We consider ourselves to be like a family, therefore we care about everyone and their wellbeing, as happy staff make happy children;
We all deserve a treat so we offer a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out;
We fully understand how Christmas and New Year is a time for family and friends (and some Christmas TV too) so we guarantee you time off over the festive period;
Not only will we provide you with the training and access to platforms you require to carry out your role, but we'll also regularly meet to check in with how you are getting on, working together to create an amazing, safe environment for you to ask questions and share thought, no matter how small.
We are invested in your development, so for every stage of your career, we will tailor make your individual journey, with opportunities across our chain of nurseries;
We can provide you with access to our NURTURE programme, preparing you to step into your next position within Early Years;
Your health and wellbeing are very important to us, we offer every member ongoing internal support, along with an Employee Assistance Programme;
To help keep worklife organised, fun and all in one place, we have an internal employee app to support staff to manage work rotas, book annual leave, access documents and policies, along with it's very own social media platform where activities, ideas and team challenges are regularly shared;
Day One Inclusion - Every member of staff has the same rights as everyone else from their very first day with Caring Kindergartens.

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