Early Years Practitioner

  • Wigan
  • Elite Employment

We are recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner for our clients outstanding nursery based in Wigan.

Duties :

  • To provide indoor and outdoor play experiences for the children in line with the policies of the Nursery and the guidelines of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
  • To participate in activity planning and implementation under the supervision and direction of the Lead Practitioner.
  • To help maintain the safety, security, physical and emotional welfare of the children in the Nursery and garden environments.
  • To bring to the immediate attention of the Lead Practitioner and/or Manager, any incidents or accidents, any child’s failure to thrive and any equipment that may be of danger.
  • To arrange for any individual to receive immediate first-aid and informing the Manager as appropriate.
  • To work positively with team members.
  • To follow the Safeguarding, Child Protection and Safer Working practice policies at all times. Taking any concerns regarding a health or/and wellbeing to your line manager or senior management.
  • To act in the interests of your own safety & the safety of others at all times
  • To attend training sessions and staff meetings as necessary.
  • To support, supervise and assist all students in the Nursery, giving practical help and advice with assessments.
  • To inform the Manager if staffing levels are not met because of an emergency.
  • To maintain an up to date knowledge of current childcare issues, legislation and practices.
  • Anything else reasonably requested by the management of the organisation

Person Specification

Essential :

  • Level 3 qualification in childcare
  • An understanding of the developmental needs of children.
  • Basic Knowledge of health and safety
  • Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding good practice

Desirable :

  • 2 years childcare experience
  • Qualified Early Years Practitioner
  • Knowledge of health and safety and ability to complete risk assessments (or willingness to train.
  • Paediatric First Aid

Location :Wigan

Salary :£20,000 - £23,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Hours :40 hours, Monday to Friday