Childcare Assistant

2 weeks ago


Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom Seedlings Kindergarten Full time

Seedlings Kindergarten

Kindergarten Assistant - Job Description

Kindergarten Manager:
Katie Harley

Setting Name:
Seedlings Kindergarten

Setting Address:
Old Church Hall, The Street, Trowse, Norwich, NR14 8SX

Job Title:
Kindergarten Assistant

Position Type:
Part time

Hours: 4 to 24 hrs per week

(over Mon/Tue/Wed/Thur between 9am and 3pm, plus meetings/festivals)

Rate of Pay:
National Living Wage

Contract:
Short term (to be renewed)

Trial Period:
One half term (6 weeks)

Start Date:

TBC

Purpose of Role

  • To support the Kindergarten Teacher in all aspects of the day to day running of the kindergarten, as required.
  • To provide an appropriate role model for the children in accordance with the
Steiner Waldorf philosophy of education, and guided by the Kindergarten Teacher.

  • To supervise the children both inside and outside, and ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children at all times.
  • To be in sole charge of the children at the setting for short periods of time.
  • To be in sole charge of the children at the setting in an emergency situation for a maximum of 2 hours.

Main Duties

  • To take responsibility for the preparation of the daily snack.
  • To supervise the children during creative play time, when appropriate.
  • To assist children in the daily art or craft activity, when required.
  • To assist the children with toileting, including changing nappies when required.
  • To assist the children with washing hands when required.
  • To assist the children with getting ready to go outside/come inside.
  • To provide an appropriate role model for the children.
  • To clear the table, sweep the floor and wash up after snack.
  • To prepare the room for story time.
  • To clean the sink and toilet area as and when required.
  • To keep the kitchen area clean and tidy.
  • To read and adhere to the policies, procedures and codes of conduct of the setting.
  • To observe, monitor and report on the progress of each of the children, as and when required.
  • To work with the Kindergarten Teacher to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children at all times.
  • To soothe and comfort injured children in line with the policies and procedures of the setting.
  • To administer first aid/medical care, when appropriate, in line with parental/ guardian consent and the policies and procedures of the setting.
  • To ensure all visitors to the setting are duly authorised.
  • To provide parents/guardians with information about the children to the extent authorised by the Kindergarten Teacher and in line with the policies and procedures of the setting.
  • To attend a weekly staff meeting on a Thursday afternoon
  • To prepare and attend festivals outside of normal hours, as required
  • To carry out any other duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post that are required in order to deliver the job's key responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

  • DBS Certificate (either existing or must be applied for prior to employment)
  • Paediatric First Aid Certificate (either existing or must be applied for prior to employment)
  • Introduction to Safeguarding Certificate (either existing or must be applied for prior to employment)
  • A commitment to developing an understanding of child development from a
Steiner Waldorf perspective.

  • A commitment to developing an understanding of the Steiner Waldorf approach to early years education.
  • A commitment to developing knowledge and experience of working with the EYFS.
  • A commitment to developing a knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
  • A commitment to working with antidiscriminatory practice in all areas of work.
  • A willingness to join in with all domestic and creative activities, including singing.
  • A genuine desire to develop an understanding of the nature of children from a
Steiner Waldorf perspective, and to support their healthy development in line with the Steiner Waldorf ethos.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

  • Knowledge of child observation and assessment as outlined in the EYFS.
  • Effective communication skills with both adults and children.
  • A commitment to working in an open, honest and collaborative way with the
Kindergarten Teacher, including asking for support when required.

  • The ability to follow instructions whilst also being flexible and able to adapt to the situation.
  • Time management and organisational skills.
  • A calm and patient disposition.
  • Some ability in handwork (simple sewing, craft etc.)

Job Type:
Part-time

Part-time hours: per week

Salary:
£10.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Free parking

Schedule:

  • Day shift

School type:

  • Day nursery

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Norwich, NR14 8SX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

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

Work Location:
One location

Expected start date: 06/03/2023
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