Company Name:

Happy Orkids Nursery

Job Description:

Family-run day nursery based in a primary school, children aged between 3 months - 5 years. Looking to add a new energetic and enthusiastic member to our growing team. Must be a team player and willing to get stuck in.

What experience and qualifications must I have to apply?

* Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent

* Understanding of play-based approach to children’s learning and development

* An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

* Knowledge of child protection procedures

* Good communication skills both written and verbal

* Due to a high level of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Consistently deliver and plan rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all children develop and meet their individual needs

* Consistently deliver and plan rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all children to develop and meet their individual needs

* Make accurate and effective assessments that reflect the needs, interests, and stages of development of the child by effective delivery of the key person approach

* Ensuring an enabling environment is providing consistent stimulating and inspiring activities for the children in both the indoor and outdoor area as a continuous provision

* Ensure that British Values are incorporated and demonstrated through Early Years Foundation Stage learning and play

* Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of children in line with our child protection and keeping everyone safe policies and procedures

* Ensure internal policies and procedures are adhered to whilst also meeting the external legislation and guidelines from our governing bodies

* Promote and follow guidelines implemented for managing behaviour including supporting children to manage their own feelings and behaviours

* Continually work in partnership with colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of the children ensuring a diverse and inclusive approach is always maintained

* Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication at all levels

* Attend staff meetings and training sessions for continuous professional development

* Demonstrate the HEART principles in everyday working life

* Working as part of a larger team to ensure all essential day-to-day tasks are completed in line with the nursery demands i.e. Hygiene standards and room preparation

* To provide support for your colleagues within the nursery and the broader business.

EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL):

* Experience of working within the Early Years Sector

* Strong communication skills both written and verbal

* Ability to be flexible, adaptable and embrace new ways of doing things

* Full and relevant Level 2/3 Childcare qualification

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ilford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (required)
• Childcare: 1 year (required)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Salary Negotiable 

Location

Company Description:

A Place Where Children Learn and Grow

We aim to provide a secure and happy environment for all our children through a well-balanced stimulating programme of activities.  In partnership with parents and the local community we strive to give every child equal opportunities to achieve his/her full potential. 

We are a 60-place nursery. Places are available for babies and children from 3 months to 5 years. Funded 2-, 3-, and 4-year-old places available as well as the option to access further hours between 7.30 am & 6.00 pm. We pride ourselves in delivering excellent care and early education with the children at the centre of everything that we do. Our promise is to support every child as individuals. 

At Happy Orkids Ltd we strive to be a fun, affordable, inclusive Early Years setting where children are welcomed, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment. We strive to develop our parental partnerships as parents are their child’s first educators