Job Overview:
We are seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic, and dedicated Childcare Practitioner to join our team at Rainbow Ridge Daycare. The successful candidate will provide a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for young children, supporting their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements:
We are seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic, and dedicated Childcare Practitioner to join our team at Rainbow Ridge Daycare. The successful candidate will provide a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for young children, supporting their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-3 years.
- Plan and deliver engaging activities that support the children’s development in accordance with EYFS.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment indoors and outdoors.
- Monitor, assess, and record children’s progress, sharing information with parents/carers.
- Promote positive behaviour and manage any challenges in a caring and consistent way.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately.
- Ensure all health and safety, hygiene, and welfare requirements are met.
- Build strong relationships with children and families.
Requirements:
- Not essential but desirable - Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent)
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A warm, patient, and caring nature.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Current Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one before employment).
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Monday to Friday 8 - 4
- Salary
- £12.5 – £14 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
18 Mangrove Road, LU2 8QD, Cockernhoe
Childcare AssistantCockernhoe
Daycare Provider • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since May, 2025
At Rainbow Ridge Daycare, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, inclusive environment—for children and staff alike. Our team is passionate about early childhood development and works collaboratively to provide high-quality care.
Martyna SaraciActive 2 months ago
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