About this Role
We are seeking a qualified andpassionate Early Childhood Educator to join our team, specifically working withinour 2-year-old provision. In this role, you will provide high-quality care andeducation tailored to the unique developmental needs of toddlers, supportingtheir emerging independence, communication, and social skills in a safe,stimulating environment.
36 hours, 15 minutes per week - Term time only plus 2 additional days - Hours of work - 8:15am - 4:00pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch
Key Responsibilities
- Key Person Duties: Act as a key person to a small group of 2-year-olds, building strong relationships with children and families to support settled transitions and emotional well-being.
- Curriculum & Development: Plan and deliver age-appropriate play and learning activities linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with a strong focus on prime areas of development (communication, personal/social, and physical skills).
- Two-Year Progress Checks: Conduct observations, track developmental milestones, and complete formal 2-year-old progress reviews in partnership with parents.
- Care & Hygiene: Support toddlers with personal care routine tasks, including diaper changing, toilet training, and healthy mealtime routines.
- Safeguarding & Health: Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene, adhering to all safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.
The Early Childhood Educator will deliver high-quality early years education and care within our 2 year old provision school-based nursery setting. Working in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework. The successful candidate will ensure inclusive practice, safeguard children's welfare, and contribute to the strategic development of the early years provision. You will support the children's social, emotional and physical development, designing provision and experiences to enhance pupils learning and provide supervision and care of children at all times of the day.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is kind, caring, energetic, and enthusiastic
- Is well-organised, flexible, and creative
- Has excellent communication and interpersonalskills
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Promotes inclusion and has high expectations forall children
- Acts as a positive role model in behaviour andcommunication
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting thewelfare of children
What we offer:
- A welcoming school community with happy,eager-to-learn children
- A commitment to your professional development
- A supportive and forward-thinking team
- A school that values each child as an individualand nurtures their potential
The Trust is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The Trust is an equalopportunities employer.
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Contact Details:
St Mary and St Joseph VC Academy Recruitment Team
