Early Years assistant

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Bright Horizons, Witney, Oxfordshire

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 7 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Consistently deliver and plan rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all children to develop and meets their individual needs
Make accurate and effective assessments which reflect the needs, interests and stages of development of the child by supporting the delivery of the key person approach
Ensuring an enabling environment is providing consistent stimulating and inspiring activities for the children in both the indoor and outdoor area as a continuous provision
Ensure Values are incorporated and demonstrated through Curriculum of Excellence /Pre Birth to Three.
Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of children in line with our child protection and keeping everyone safe policies and procedures
Ensure internal policies and procedures are adhered whilst also meeting the external legislation and guidelines from our governing bodies
Promote and follow guidelines implemented for managing behaviour including supporting children to manage their own feelings and behaviours
Continually work in partnership with colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of the children ensuring a diverse and inclusive approach is maintained at all times
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication at all levels
Attend staff meetings and training sessions for continuous professional development
Demonstrate the HEART principles in everyday working life
Working as part of a larger team to ensure all essential day to day tasks are completed in line with the nursery demands ie. Hygiene standards and room preparation
To provide support for your colleagues within the nursery and the broader business

Experience of working within an Early years setting
Experience of working with children 0-5's years
Work experience within the Early Years sector
Curriculum of Excellence /Pre Birth to Three.
Building the ambition 'and GIRFEC.
Basic understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Basic understanding of wider legislative requirements for working with children
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to be flexible, adaptable and embrace new ways of doing things
Child Protection
Genuine desire and passion for ongoing learning and development

Early Years assistant

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