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Tiny Home Childminder looking to employ an assistant . Days-Monday- Wednesday Hours- 8am-5.30pm Start Date- (Asap) (For the right applicant hours may be slightly adjusted) ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Main Responsibilities Working with Children and the Curriculum • to facilitate fun, age-appropriate play and learning opportunities • to ensure that the children’s learning, development and care needs are continually met • to provide support, encouragement and to scaffold learning in all areas of the children’s development • to know about the seven areas of learning from the EYFS Framework and use these to enhance children’s play • to supervise outdoor play activities in all weathers • to contribute towards the planning, preparation and delivery of an engaging curriculum • to observe children and monitor their progress • to support inclusivity, ensuring that all children’s needs are being met equally, regardless of their background, gender, ethnicity, age, needs and abilities • to be aware of any special needs that children may have and share this information confidentially with other members of staff, as detailed in the employer’s policies • to be a good role model to the children at all times • to be in sole charge of children, as required (maximum of two hours per day, within legal ratios) Working with Parents and Colleagues • to share details key to children’s learning, progress and next steps with other staff members and the children’s parents/carers • where appropriate, arrange and attend parent/carer meetings to allow regular discussions about a child’s progress • to work alongside childminder, communicating in a friendly and sensitive manner • demonstrate a professional attitude when communicating with parents/carers and colleagues • to offer support and make suggestions, where appropriate Safeguarding and Health and Safety • to follow the setting’s safeguarding procedures so that children are kept safe and well • to share any safeguarding concerns immediately with the setting’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) • to keep all children safe and healthy through adequate supervision, as well as following policies and procedures • to administer and record first aid, as required • to meet children’s dietary needs, including allergies, by preparing appropriate, healthy snacks, meals and drinks • to help ensure all toys and equipment are kept safe and clean Other duties • to be fully aware of the employer’s policies and procedures and adhere to them at all times • to complete any necessary paperwork/admin, as required by the employer • to observe and feed back on children’s learning and progress, including contributing towards 2-year-old progress checks • to keep up to date with current good practice • to attend any training events required by the employer • to perform any other duties deemed necessary by the employer on a daily basis QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Essential • Full 12-Hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate (Or willing to attend training) • Enhanced DBS Certificate (Must be willing to apply for a DBS on offer of employment) • Letter of ‘Suitability’ from Ofsted (To be given once all checks are complete) Desirable • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development or training relevant to the role • Full driving licence KNOWLEDGE Essential • Basic child development • EYFS Framework • Safeguarding qualification (Or willing to attend training) Desirable • Birth to 5 • Government childcare courses EXPERIENCE Essential • Previous experience in caring for children Desirable • Previous experience in a professional childcare setting SKILLS Essential • Effective verbal communication skills (using appropriate language and good spoken English) • Written skills (legible handwriting, good use of English language) • Good at teamwork Desirable • Basic ICT skills (using cameras, phone apps, tablets, etc.) • Good time management and organisational skills PERSONAL SKILLS Essential • A nurturing and caring individual • Enthusiastic and fun • Uses initiative • Ability to have professional confidential conversations with parents • Compassionate Desirable • Energetic please send cv to [email protected]