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Early Years Practitioner - Uttoxeter, United Kingdom - Cedar Tree Rocester

Cedar Tree Rocester

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Uttoxeter, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

THE ROLE:
An Early Years Practitioner's roles and responsibilities include a wide range of duties. Some are related to children's educational progress and the teaching of new skills following the curriculum. Others are more focused on physical and mental well-being, looking after them in day-to-day tasks.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
To be aware of Cedar Tree's policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to
To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your care, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately - in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies.
To reflect on practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day.
To lead planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities and ensuring your room is well-resourced and creatively set-up.
To lead observations and the assessment of children's learning and development ensuring records are kept up to date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively - includes Individual Education Plans for children with Special Educational Needs.
To develop genuine bonds with your key children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities.
To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in Pre-School life.
To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times
To work flexibly as part of the larger team, assisting and supporting colleagues wherever required, in order to ensure the smooth running of the company.
To be aware of the high profile of Cedar Tree and refrain from irresponsible behaviour that could impact the company's reputation or success.
To attend reasonable out-of-working-hours activities, including training, staff meetings, parents' evenings and special events
To assist in the development and support of other staff members by communicating effectively, sharing knowledge and experience, delegating tasks appropriately, identifying training needs, leading meetings, inductions and 1-2-1s - with support from the nursery management and senior management teams
To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment.
To cooperate and work effectively with the management team, taking on additional responsibilities/duties and positively promoting developments in policies and procedures to team members.
To undertake any other aspects of nursery work according to need
This job description is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list._