Please see below or contact our Recruitment Coordinator for more information on 01202 551553 or recruitment@topsandaspirecareers.co.uk.
| Essential | Desirable | |
| Qualifications | NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Level 3 Forest School Trained |
NVQ Level 4, Foundation Degree, Honours Degree, First Aid Certificate, Health and Safety Certificate
Car driver with business insurance |
| Experience | At least 2 years childcare experience within the Early Years Foundation Stage
Being involved with Forest School sessions |
Experience in running Forest School sessions |
| Knowledge and understanding | Strong understanding of the EYFS
Aware of how to identify gaps in children’s learning and development
Maintaining accurate records of children development
Basic knowledge of health and safety
How to plan, prepare and deliver Forest School sessions
Monitoring accident trends
Effectively creating activities meeting the individual needs of the children and able to tailor these to ability and age
How to create a stimulating environment
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Basic understanding of leadership and management
Good knowledge of Health and Safety
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| Personal characteristics | Positive, enthusiastic and hardworking
Impeccable interpersonal skills
Flexible – primarily with start and finish times |
Desire to continue with professional development |
| Skills | Displays commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
Organise routines and systems
Contribute to outstanding inspections (internal and external)
Being able to lead and manage a team and motivate staff
Values and respects the views and needs of the children
Works collaboratively with colleagues
Resilient and demonstrates ability to work well under pressure
Good time management
Willing to work within organisational processes and procedures to meet required standards for the role |
Ability to demonstrate creative abilities
Proficient understanding of computer/IT skills
Pass on knowledge around Forest School and help educate peers
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