Please see below contact our Recruitment Coordinator for more information on 01202 551553 or recruitment@topsandaspirecareers.co.uk.
| Essential | Desirable | |
| Qualifications | NVQ level 3 or equivalent | NVQ Level 4, Foundation Degree, Honours Degree, First Aid Certificate, Health and Safety Certificate |
| Experience | At least 2 years childcare experience within the Early Years Foundation Stage
Experience of managing a unit within a similar setting |
2 years’ experience of managing a unit |
| 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
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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Good understanding of leadership and management
Knowledge of Health and Safety
Keeping up to date with current practise by reading the relevant magazines and books |
| 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 |
