Childminder Assistant
7 days ago
Dartford
The role and responsibilities:
The assistant will work closely with the childminder in a small but busy childcare setting. The business is growing and I am looking for someone to be involved in all aspects of the business, from looking after the children, assisting with settling in new starters, engaging with parents, writing observations and planning next steps in accordance with EYFS guidelines. You will help me to adhere to the terms of my registration and help me to grow the business over time.
As a childminding assistant you may have your own key children in the setting and will be expected to ensure they receive the highest standards of care at all times.
You will have previous knowledge of the EYFS requirements, development matters and planning and observations.
You will be someone who is passionate about and comfortable interacting with children and communicating clearly with their families. You will be able to broach difficult subjects in a calm and caring way. You will be creative and playful with a commitment to tiney's educational philosophy of learning through play and outdoor learning. You will be a team player who is happy to muck in and get things done. Main tasks:
caring for children in accordance with EYFS
planning activities,
writing observations
Preparing food and snacks
assisting the childminder on outings / at school pickup times
assisting with larger observations and reports
attending regular training
Assistant requirements:
You must have:
Previous experience of working with children.
A warm personality and commitment to positive, gentle interactions with children.
An understanding of technology and using an app for observations and communicating with parents.
A strong commitment to safeguarding children is essential, as is willingness to attend ongoing training, and respect for the views and needs of children and their families.
Tiney childminders are committed to running diverse and fully inclusive settings and all staff will be expected to uphold these values at all times.
Nice to haves:
Previous experience working with children in a professional capacity
An existing Early Years qualification (possibly level 3).
