Job Description Job Title: Creche Assistant/ Nursery Nurse Location: Private Kids Club, Fulham, London, SW6 6HH Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and reliable Creche Assistant to join our team at a prestigious private kids club in Fulham. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and passionate childcare professional, committed to providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children aged 3 months to 6 years. You will assist in the daily operations of the creche, ensuring the well-being and development of each child in our care. Crucially, you will bring proven experience in childcare, a genuine passion for working with young children, and an energetic and creative approach to setting up engaging weekly activity plans. You will also be adept at building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with parents and fostering excellent teamwork with the rest of the creche staff. Responsibilities: Childcare and Supervision: • Provide attentive and engaging care for children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. • Supervise children during play, activities, and snack times. • Assist with nappy changing, feeding, and other personal care routines. • Respond to children's individual needs and provide comfort and support. Activity Assistance: • Plan and organise age-appropriate activities and games for the children, focusing on both fun and developmental care. This includes arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and sensory play. • Prepare and set up engaging activity areas, ensuring they are clean, organised, and safe.• Actively encourage children's participation and engagement in activities, fostering a positive and stimulating learning environment. Hygiene and Safety: • Maintain a clean and hygienic creche environment, including cleaning toys, surfaces, and equipment. • Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures. • Report any accidents or incidents to the Creche Manager. Parent Communication: • Create a warm and welcoming environment for both children and parents, facilitating a smooth settling-in process. • Provide friendly and professional communication with parents, offering regular updates on their child's day and progress. • Build strong, positive relationships with parents, actively listening to and addressing any concerns or questions they may have. • Assist with children's drop-off and pick-up, ensuring a safe and organised transition. Teamwork • Work collaboratively with other creche staff to ensure a smooth and efficient operation. • Attend team meetings and training sessions as required. • Assist with setting up and tidying the creche area. Qualifications and Skills: • Previous experience working with young children in a creche, nursery, or similar setting. • A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to their well- being. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work effectively as part of a team. • Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude. • Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities. • Basic First Aid and Child Protection/Safeguarding training (or willingness to obtain). • Level 2 or 3 childcare qualifications are desirable. • DBS check required. Personal Attributes: • Reliable and punctual. • Friendly and approachable.• Organised and detail-oriented. • Ability to use own initiative. • A love of play. Working Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:45am - 6:15pm Sat - Sun:9:45am - 4:15pm • Flexible hours to suit the needs of the club and your availability. • Full Time Position Benefits: • Competitive salary. • Opportunity to work in a prestigious private kids club. • Supportive and friendly team environment. • Opportunities for professional development. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience. Thank you
Position: Flexible working -Bank cove SW17, SW18, SW19,SW20 Hours: BANK COVER STAFF NEEDED London Childcare Solutions Ltd are currently recruiting for a passionate team of qualified staff. What we will offer you: As a cover supply worker you can expect a competitive salary, excellent in house training and development and as well as a caring and passionate, fun and supportive place to work in. We will be here to support you at each stage and support with career progression within Early Years. Role and Responsibilities - The successful candidates must be able to: · demonstrate knowledge of the EYFS and promote learning through play. · Work with children aged 3months to 5years using the EYFS curriculum. · Ability to organise and plan activities based on the children's interests and next steps. · Work in an inclusive community setting helping every child to reach their full potential. · Work in partnership with parents to promote children’s learning and development. · · Work as part of the team to ensure all essential day to day tasks are completed in line with the demands of the area you are working within ie. Hygiene standards and room preparation · You will be responsible to ensure the children you care for are fully supervised and remain safe and well and you lead by example and drive the culture of Safeguarding Children · To provide support for your team and colleagues within the nursery that you are working in · To deliver high quality Early Childhood practice and experiences for all children in the nursery, including those with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability, promoting emotional wellbeing by embedding the EYFS curriculum. · Ensure you are meeting Health and Safety standards by risk assessing all areas in the nursery and rooms that you will be base in and ensure the children are safe by removing any risks identified. · You must be highly motivated, driven, and willing to learn. · Support the nursery planning, observations, support with children’s record keeping and assessments. · Supporting with the child’s daily needs, interests, and stages of development · Maintain confidentiality and always remain professional Our ideal candidate: · Experience of working within children within Early Years · Full and relevant Level 1 or equivalent in childcare qualification · 12 hours paediatric first aid (Can be completed as part of agency induction programme) · Relevant safeguarding/child protection training undertaken and a willingness to update training regularly (Can be completed as part of agency induction) This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references. · The successful candidates will be required to undertake relevant training that is needed for the role. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: £12.30-£14.00 per hour Benefits: Childcare Discounted or free food On-site parking Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Experience: childcare: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Ac1