This lovely Nursery in CB24 is looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join their small, committed team of childcares. The ideal candidate must have a real passion for children and are looking to progress in their career. Previous experience within working in a nursery is essential. This role is a 40 hour role, 5 days a week with a possibility of 40 hours a week in 4 days. The salary is ranging from £28,000+ dependent on qualification and experience of the candidate.
What we can offer you (benefits):
Salary from £28,000+ per annum
Opportunities for individual professional development
3 training days a year with the whole team
A generous pension scheme and annual leave which increases with service
Continuous service benefits for those joining from another Cambridgeshire LA maintained school
An allowance for buying work clothes
Regular and varied team building social events arranged for staff, by staff
Access to an employee retailer discount scheme
What we need from you:
Level 3 qualification in childcare or higher
Experience of working in a childcare/education setting
To have successfully undertaken Safeguarding training within the past 2 years, or be prepared to undertake training upon appointment
To hold or undertake a 12 hour paediatric first aid qualification
Have a desire to work supportively within a childcare and education environment, understanding that each child is an individual
Have a good understanding of childcare and child development
Have the ability to promote good practice in a professional manner and understand and adhere to the commitment for confidentiality
Have good organisational and time keeping skills
Your duties will include:
Be prepared to undertake training that will support and develop your role within the Centre, developing an understanding of childcare and child development
Be a reliable member of the team, working co-operatively, with consideration for your colleagues
Have flexibility towards your role and the duties you are required to fulfil
Ensure the cleanliness of the children and the setting at all times
Ensure that the setting is kept to a high hygienic standard and maintain the established high professional standards
Ensure that the highest standards of safety and security are operated at all times within the setting and in particular within the room and related areas you have responsibility for
Aspire to the good practice, modelled by the team, with regard to individual and group care with the children and
Understand that all team members must lead by example
Develop effective communication skills with parents/carers and colleagues, encouraging them to participate in the children’s progress and development
