Nursery Practitioner

WMC Recruitment is currently looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join an amazing team in Handsworth

Job Overview

To provide the highest levels of care and education for all children attending the setting.

Aims

Provide high standards of care and education to meet the individual needs of all children

Adhere to all company policies and procedures at all times

Acquire and maintain positive working partnerships with staff, parents and carers

Key Responsibilities

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children

Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy

Prepare and supervise activities

Supervise and support children at all times

Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff and visitors

Ensure that all children are kept safe

Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns

Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, colleagues and visitors

Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents and carers

Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained

Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery

Work as part of a team to ensure the companys values are maintained

Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required

Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line manager

Skills required

• A warm, caring, patient nature.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A sense of responsibility.
• To be consistent and fair.
• To have a sense of humor.
• To be creative.
• An awareness of safety and hygiene.
• To be an enthusiastic team member.
• To work well under pressure.
• To be efficient, organized, hardworking and reliable.
• To have a sound knowledge of childcare.

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