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We’re looking for Level 3 Early Years Educators to join us as Bank Staff. Flexible days and hours to suit all schedules, confirming availability 2 weeks in advance. Own transport is not essential but you must be able to travel to at least 3 nurseries within the Cherubs Nurseries group.
As Supply Early Years Educator, you will apply your in-depth knowledge and early years’ experience to cover staff shortages such as sickness, holidays and maternity/paternity leave as a set group of Cherubs Nurseries. Qualified to at least Level 3 in Childcare you will be confident in delivering high‑quality childcare, forming quick but effective bonds with children, parents and staff and have a “can do” and outgoing attitude which will allow you to integrate seamlessly with any nursery team and maintain our high standards in all areas of your nursery setting. You must be flexible in your working pattern, hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel between a cluster of our nurseries.
Due to the changing nature of the service we provide, this job description will not be an exhaustive list of all your duties. Cherubs Nurseries reserves the right to amend this job description if necessary. You have a personal and professional responsibility to inform us immediately of any change in your circumstances that might affect your suitability to work with children.
Description of Duties
Deliver
- Work as part of the Childcare Team to provide an amazing service for both children and families.
- Ensure the children’s environment and your nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times, adhering to safeguarding policies.
- Be a role model for the children at all times, demonstrating best practice to your colleagues.
- Maintain toys, equipment and furniture in a clean and good working order; sterilise toys when necessary or required by policy.
- Supervise meal times, turning the experience into a learning opportunity where positive eating practices are developed.
- Give parents and carers a warm welcome and concise handover at the end of the day.
- Stay up to date and compliant with all Cherubs Nurseries policies and procedures.
Take Ownership
- Ensure paperwork is completed correctly, accurately and on time.
- Complete Blossom for key children in the absence of their key person, meeting targets and providing detailed, relevant accounts for each child, underpinned by the EYFS.
- Take pride in the rooms and nursery, presenting them well with organised resources, engaging displays and an inviting layout.
Commit
- Present yourself professionally at all times, “dressed for service”.
- Maintain confidentiality both inside and outside the workplace.
- Attend in‑house and external training as required; some may be outside of working hours, including weekends.
- Complete all PLA training relevant to your role within 7 days of issue.
Embrace
- Assist in the thorough planning and successful delivery of a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining children’s interests and supporting development in line with their needs.
Build
- Work under the direction of the Nursery Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager and Senior Early Years Educators, absorbing their knowledge and experience to enhance your own.
- Share any information received with relevant people in a timely manner.
- Establish friendly but professional relationships with all parents, staff and suppliers.
- Attend all staff events, including parent evenings, staff meetings and summer fairs; some may take place outside of hours and on weekends.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably regarded as within the nature of your duties.
Your Qualifications And Experience
- Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent)
- GCSE Level Pass (4 or above) in both English and Maths
- At least 2.5 years’ experience working in a childcare setting
Cherubs Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees with disabilities and learning difficulties.
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