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Experienced Early Years Practitioners

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Specific Skills

To hold appropriate qualifications for the post - as a minimum Level III Early Years qualification.
To be able to communicate effectively, give support to other members of the team and to be a good team player
To be able to work on own initiative
To support the nursery as an ambassador
To be ready to learn and improve skill level
To hold a 12 hour paediatric first aid certificate - not essential as training would be given.
To hold a food hygiene certificate - not essential as training would be given.

Specific Responsibilities

To manage and be responsible for the day to day running of the nursery to ensure a safe and efficient Day Nursery.
To implement the daily routine
To be responsible for the staff and children in their care at all times, ensuring a high standard of physical, intellectual, emotional and social care and development of all children
To ensure appropriate heads of staff prepare and run activities for small groups of children on a daily basis and to give advice on the same to other members of staff if and when necessary, e.g. young staff or students
To ensure the safety and hygiene of all equipment, repairs or replacement as necessary
In formulate, operate and evaluate a yearly programme of activities, following the guidelines of the foundation stage curriculum, that is suitable to the age range of the children
To promote equal opportunities throughout the nursery
To work alongside parents of children with special educational needs to achieve full integration with the nursery
To liaise with and support parents
To give support to team members with the nursery and engage in good staff morale
To liaise with the local authorities and other professionals associated with the nursery
Prepare and carry out children’s developmental records and observations
To attend monthly staff meetings and training sessions outside working hours
Other duties as required to ensure the smooth running of the nursery
To ensure the owner is appropriately updated on matters relating to the nursery
To ensure that all staff members are familiar with policies and procedures, and they are adhered to at all times.