Early Years Educator
2 days ago
£12.21–£13.5 hourly
Full-time
Southend-on-Sea
Job Description: About you Do you enjoy spending time with young children, engaging with them and helping them learn? Do you care about their happiness and well-being? We would love for you to join our team! We have a variety of possible working hours, from full time (40 hours) or 3 full days (8-6) and Wednesday (8am-12)(40 hours), or Monday-Friday 8am-2pm and 12-6pm on rotation (30 hours). Duties • Implement Planning In The Moment for 0-5 year olds., • Incorporate the Reggio Emelia Approach into practice, • Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere for all children and their families., • Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to build strong relationships and support children's learning journeys., • Manage daily routine, ensuring that all children are supervised and engaged in age-appropriate play and learning experiences., • Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records to inform planning and development., • Collaborate with other educators to share best practices and enhance the overall quality of care provided., • Drive initiatives that promote children's health, safety, and well-being within the nursery environment., • Exhibit strong leadership skills by guiding less experienced staff members and contributing to their professional development., • The full roles and responsibilities agreed upon will determine the rate of pay within these parameters Requirements • A recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years Care & Education, • Preferable - proven experience in a similar early years setting., • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written., • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining a calm demeanour under pressure., • A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development through play-based learning., • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in planning provocations and maintaining records., • A willingness to engage in continuous professional development to enhance your skills as an educator. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the lives of young children and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as an Early Years Educator.