Preschool Practitioner – Loddiswell Preschool

Start Date: September 2024

The Governors of the South Hams Federation are seeking to appoint a Preschool Practitioner on a permanent contract to work in our rapidly growing Preschool from September 2024.

Loddiswell Preschool is part of the South Hams Federation and has been since September 2018. This role will involve working under the guidance of the senior staff developing experience and expertise in Early Years, Care and Learning, in an agreed system of supervision. 

We are looking for candidates who :

Are highly motivated and committed to children’s learning and development Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills, at least Grade C or above at GCSE level or equivalent Have a kind and caring manner with children Can be flexible, adaptable and willing to take the initiative Enjoy working as part of a team Wish to support the inclusive ethos of our Federation Can demonstrate commitment to supporting children to achieve independence Will be willing to implement embedded strategies which support behavioural, social and emotional development Can communicate effectively Have a positive “can-do” attitude

We can offer you:

The opportunity to work in a successful Preschool alongside a dedicated hard-working team with children who are keen and enthusiastic learners Support to further your career in education
 

Duties and Responsibilities

Contribute to the planning and operation of a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in conjunction with other staff Contribute to children’s records and learning journeys To be flexible within the working practices of the preschool. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the preschool cleaning of equipment Work alongside the manager and staff team to ensure that the aims and objectives of the preschool are met Look upon the preschool as a “whole”. Where can your help be most utilised, being constantly aware of the needs of all the children To respect the confidentiality of information received To ensure the preschool offers a high quality environment to meet the needs of individual children from differing cultures and religious backgrounds, and stages of development To be aware of the high profile of the preschool and to uphold its standards at all times

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