5 Lakeside Way Wembley, Middlesex HA90BU, London Job DescriptionThe Early Years Teacher ultimately has a duty of care for all children placed in their care to safeguard and promote each child’s welfare. They will work as part of a team to ensure all legal and curriculum requirements are met in line with Inspire Montessori Schools policies and procedures. Good communication skills are imperative, involving listening, questioning, and understanding and responding to what is being communicated by children and those caring for them. As part of a team, they will be expected to have a clear understanding of their role and the roles of other team members. They will share information with other staff in a timely manner and work together to ensure the safety and well-being of all children within the nursery. A good knowledge of child development is essential to ensure that all the children’s individual needs are fully met. They will be involved in planning activities to create and develop a stimulating environment to provide high-quality childcare while maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff. Undertaking training in Health and Safety as necessary, both on appointment and as required in line with legislative changes. Following codes of safe working practices for both children and staff and complying with the Inspire Montessori Schools Health and Safety Policy. Reporting any concerns in relation to the wellbeing and safeguarding of children and staff as outlined in the company’s policies and procedures and also set by the Local Authority. Coordinating and carrying out the planning and prioritizing of activities and progress in the room to create and develop a stimulating environment following Montessori principles. Ensuring full awareness of responsibilities in line with all company policies and procedures and legislative requirements. Ensuring that the room complies with all aspects of various internal company audits and that any action points are addressed. Delivering a high level of quality childcare while maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff. Communicating with their line manager regarding activities and progress within the room and demonstrating a commitment to continued professional development for themselves and others. Attending and participating in staff meetings & training. Being assigned as the key person for a designated number of children to ensure that all their basic and developmental needs are met. Being responsible for ensuring that all children within their room are safe and secure. Building effective relationships with all parents within the room. Taking sufficient care of all visitors, staff, and parents to comply with legal requirements. Implementing, coordinating, and supervising suitable activities to create and develop a stimulating environment. Assisting with the resolution of issues/queries/complaints within the room to a satisfactory conclusion. Undertaking other duties within the scope of the post as requested by the line manager. Ensuring all areas of the nursery are serviced and maintained to the highest standards. All staff are expected to positively support equality of opportunity and equality of treatment towards all staff in accordance with the Inspire Montessori Schools Equal Opportunities Policy. Maintaining high standards of hygiene by being an ambassador to encourage others to do the same. Punctual and on time for shifts at the nursery to ensure care for the children is met and adhered to. Attendance is above 80% for regularity for the children. Wembley Park Montessori is recruiting for an experienced Baby Unit Manager to join their busy, yet warm and friendly nursery of 36 places. This role is full-time, working 40 hours per week– working a variety of shifts between the hours of 8am-6pm offering at least one half day per week. Salary - £24,960 - £30,000 per annum dependent on experience. We offer: · Competitive salary with an annual review · 28 days holiday per year including 5 days at Christmas, bank holidays, and the remaining to take in your own time · One extra day’s holiday per year increasing with each year of service · Pension scheme · Two paid staff training days per year · Non-contact time provided each week during the nursery day to complete observations and update children’s framework · In-house training and opportunities to complete further qualifications · Complimentary team building activities · Time owed in lieu A day at Wembley Park Montessori would include: Leading and working as part of a team to ensure the nursery runs smoothly and efficiently. Caring for all children and ensuring their personal and hygiene needs are met daily. Ensuring the children are happy, settled, and content. Observing, assessing, and planning for the children’s individual needs, ensuring their development is continuously monitored and creating opportunities for children to progress. Keeping up to date and informed of legislation in relation to early education and ensuring that all paperwork is in keeping with the EYFS and Ofsted Requirements. Becoming familiar with the nursery's policies and procedures and working within these. Sharing creative ideas and willingly involving your team in decision-making for the classroom. Delegating tasks to your team to ensure efficiency. Forming professional and friendly partnerships with parents and secure relationships with the children. Using our nursery app "Blossom Educational" - training will be provided. Deputising in the absence of the Managers. What we would ask from you: A minimum of Level 3 in Childcare or Montessori Diploma is essential. Previous experience of leading a Room in a nursery setting with children under the age of 5 is essential. Previous experience of working in a Montessori setting is desired but not essential. Being a positive role model to your team. An extensive knowledge of the current EYFS. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. To be passionate, motivated, have the ability to work well within a team and be able to adapt to a fun and inspiring way of working. Good ICT skills. We take safeguarding very seriously, and a current and clean Disclosure Barring Services (DBS) Certificate is essential. Applicants for posts within the setting are clearly informed that the positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Job Information1616 Views 0 Applicants Date Posted: 7 November 2023 Location: Wembley, London Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Experience: 1 year minimum Qualification: Level 3 in Childcare Offered Salary: £24000 Email: hiral@ Company: Rayners Lane Montessori LTD#J-18808-Ljbffr
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