Early Years Practitioner

JOB DESCRIPTION : PRACTITIONER

Hours

35 hours per week

Working pattern

Monday – Friday, term time

Qualification

Minimum SVQ Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare or equivalent

Requirements

Subject to PVG membership and SSSC registration

Job Purpose

To work as part of the nursery team, providing a safe, caring and high-quality early learning and childcare service that meets the needs of children and their families.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and evaluate age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Prepare resources and support children’s learning and development.
• Promote the wellbeing, care and safety of all children.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children.
• Work with colleagues to plan and deliver high-quality experiences.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Contribute to self-evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Support the Manager with Care Inspectorate and Education Scotland requirements.
• Follow all nursery policies, procedures and relevant guidance.

Children, Parents and Teamwork

• Recognise and respond to each child’s individual needs.
• Promote children’s rights, wellbeing, confidence and independence.
• Maintain positive communication with parents and carers.
• Raise any concerns regarding children with the Manager.
• Work positively as part of the nursery team and attend meetings and planning sessions as required.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Health, Safety and Hygiene

• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
• Carry out appropriate safety checks and report hazards or damaged equipment.
• Record accidents and incidents accurately.
• Follow health, safety, hygiene and safeguarding procedures.

Training and Professional Requirements

• Maintain SSSC registration and comply with the SSSC Code of Practice.
• Complete required training, including First Aid, Food Hygiene and Child Protection.
• Take part in ongoing training and professional development.
• The successful applicant will be required to join the PVG Scheme.

The duties and responsibilities may be varied from time to time without changing the overall nature or level of responsibility of the post.