Childcare Assistant

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Do you have a passion for Early Years and shaping the future?, We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking individual who is passionate about fostering a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years. The ideal candidate will have experience of working within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, have sound safeguarding knowledge and some experience in working with children with SEND. If you are motivated to make a positive impact and bring joy to young children's lives every day, we want you on our team. You will be part of a longstanding and committed team full of creative individuals, dedicated to providing high quality care and education. Your role will include engaging children in exciting, enriching learning experiences, observing and recording their learning in line with the EYFS. You will promote their safety and wellbeing and work in partnership with parents and colleagues to create a positive and inclusive environment. Embracing the opportunity to work outdoors in all weathers, you will help children explore and learn through nature. You will assist with the safety of children on visits and collaborate effectively with colleagues and other agencies to support the needs and development of children. You will also benefit from a supportive leadership team that values your dedication and expertise. Join us and contribute to a team that truly values and supports you!, You will have previous experience of working within Early Years Foundation Stage as well as sound knowledge of Safeguarding procedures. Required qualifications: Level 3 in a relevant Early Years Childcare and Education Qualification. Experience of working with children with SEND. Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

REWARDS AND BENEFITS We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.