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    Early Years Educator
    Category : DayNurseries
    Sub-Category : Early Years Educator
    Salary : £21,500 to £23,000
    Location : Acton - 2 Min walk from South Acton Station
    Job Reference : ActM-002
    Job Type : Permanent
    JOB DESCRIPTION

    We are a leading group of independent Montessori nurseries and preschools and are currently recruiting for Early Years Educator to join our wonderful team at Acton. We are looking for a passionate Early Years Educator with strong knowledge of the EYFS, good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. The individual must be highly motivated and have a positive attitude towards working with children. You will be joining a BRAND NEW 80 place nursery at Acton W3. This is a full time permanent role with 40 hours/week working with rotating early and late shifts.

    JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

      • Provide high quality care and activities for the children and to recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
      • Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young children in accordance with nursery policy and guidelines.
      • Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements, looking for progression and continuity alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage.
      • Ensure that no child is ever left on their own in the room / nursery / outing.
      • Understand and participate in the key person system.
      To ensure that your own key children learning journey/ profiles are up to date and maintained at the required quality level.
      • Work in partnership with parents/carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first educators, and encourage parental involvement in the nursery.
      • Assist and attend parents’ meetings and open days.
      • Help Maintain the safety and security of all children, employees and visitors to the Nursery.
      • Help carry out regular assessments to ensure all Nursery Health and Safety procedures are followed.
      • Ensure the cleanliness of the children and their surroundings at all times.

    PERSON SPECIFICATION

      • Minimum Level 3 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent) • QTS or Montessori qualified will be a plus • Good sound knowledge of the EYFS • Experience in a nursery setting • First Aid qualified • Good written and communication skills .
    BENEFITS

      • Excellent Base Salary • 28 days holidays • Half day off on your birthday • Funded training courses to develop your career • Financial support towards further qualifications • Increased salary for Level 3 Forest School Leaders • Career progression and promotion opportunities • Health care benefits including optical, dental, chiropody and therapy (physio and osteo) • Westfield Rewards - Exclusive special offers and discounts from more than 450 High Street and online retailers • Free 24 hours counselling and advice line on wide range of issues • Ofsted "Outstanding" outcome - "M&S gift voucher" for each staff • Staff discount for childcare • Pension Scheme • Introduce a friend and earn a "M&S gift voucher" .

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