Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Job Vacancy in Hopscotch Day Nurseries 50 Westwood Road, Southampton SO17 – Updated today

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Company Name : Hopscotch Day Nurseries
Location : 50 Westwood Road, Southampton SO17
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Job Description : Job listing- L3Hopscotch is a group of nurseries in Hampshire and Southampton. We opened our first setting in Gosport in 2005 and are proud of what we have achieved across the group so far.Everyone at Hopscotch is passionate about what they do – providing outstanding childcare.  We value and support out team members throughout their employment with us, from those that join us as Apprentices through to our Senior Leadership Team. Everyone has the opportunity to progress.We are invested in our team members and provide opportunities to train in NVQ 3 through to degree status, we also provide unlimited access to essential and personal development training to ensure that each individual can progress at their own pace. When you work for Hopscotch you are part of a team that is invested in the high quality of care we provide our children and parents.Our employees benefit from 28 days leave per year as well as accruing an additional two days (pro-rata) on completion of three years’ service. We also treat you to a Birthday Day off, Christmas leave, Discounted childcare, uniform and unlimited training opportunities at no cost.We would love for you to join us and find out for yourself how much we care for our Employees, Children and Families.CHILDCARE and EDUCATION· Have an awareness of Child Protection, Safeguarding and being able to report any concernsTo lead the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to all children by supporting and promoting children’s early education and developmentEnsure that all children attending the nursery receive the very highest standard of care, learning and play opportunities which are age and developmentally appropriate, enabling a smooth transition to school and beyondAct as an ambassador for the safeguarding, health, safety and welfare of children, ensuring all legislation and policies are known, complied with and implementedParticipate as a key person where appointed, observing, assessing and planning each child’s development, next steps and individual needs, taking specific interest in key children· Be able to fully understand the procedure for reporting any concerns to management.Supervise children at all times.· Attend relevant courses and training.· Work to all legislative standards and guidelines coaching any Level 2 Practitioners.Work alongside colleagues, early years professionals and parents to ensure the wellbeing of all children and support children with special educational needs/disabilitiesOPERATIONAL · Assist senior team members and colleagues with planning activities appropriate for the age group, following all supporting guidelines as laid out in the EYFS.· Assist in the care, maintenance and cleaning of all toys and equipment within the nursery, recording and reporting any maintenance or safety issues/irregularities.· Be a responsible, reliable and effective member of staff working flexibly as part of the team.· Communicate clearly and efficiently with parents/guardians in regard to their child’s development encouraging active participation and interest in their child’s continual development and progress.· Provide an appealing, creative and stimulating room and environment· Ensure all company forms and procedures are filled out correctly· Be familiar with and work within all company policies and procedures and report any breach in procedureHEALTH and SAFETY· Take responsibility for your own personal awareness of all emergency and security procedures, drop of and collection policies.· Work to the highest standard of cleanliness in all areas of the nursery paying particular attention to the nappy changing, food service and sleep areasLiaise with the catering team in the delivery of meals and snacks for the children, including those with special diets and allergies· Ensure the highest levels of your own personal hygiene and to the cleanliness of the childrenSTAFF· Attend all staff meetings as required· Participate in the company’s appraisal scheme establishing and working to a Personal Development Plan· Participate in all internal and external training/coaching courses as and when identified.· Participate in the company mentoring scheme.Person Specification Essential· Knowledge of OFSTED, EYFS and other relevant childcare policies and programs· Sound knowledge of safeguarding and the role of a DSL· Natural affinity to children· Strong communication skills· Ability to work well in a team and independently· Reliable and trustworthy· Able to build relationships with others· Strong customer service skills· Ability to work under pressure· Caring nature· Energetic· Willing to learn and progress further in knowledgeDesirable· Former experience working in a childcare environment e.g. day nursery/after school club/school· Paediatric First Aid trained· Mentoring in a childcare environmentJob Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £19,240.00-£19,822.40 per hourBenefits:Additional leaveCompany eventsEmployee discountSchedule:Monday to FridayExperience:Nursery: 1 year (preferred)Childcare: 1 year (preferred)Management: 1 year (preferred)Reference ID: HDNP2802

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