Childminder assistant wanted

[Tiffanyg]

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]