Childcare Assistant

6 months ago


Durham, United Kingdom Tranquil Recruitment Solutions Full time

Job Summary:
**Responsibilities**:
Listed below are the responsibilities this role will be primarily responsible for:
To contribute to improving the quality of education and learning opportunities for services users by the following:

- To work in accordance with the EYFS and statutory Welfare Requirements.
- To follow all safeguarding procedures and protocols of Durham County Council
- To assist in the provision of a stimulating range of activities both indoors and outdoors and out, relevant to the needs of children in the 0-14 years age range
- To observe, monitor and record children’s learning in accordance with the EYFS
- To work outdoors in all weathers for large proportions of the day.
- To contribute to the planning of adult led activities and evaluate learning identifying next steps.
- To encourage the children to develop their independence and individuality with supportive group care by working as a team member
- To treat information on work related matters confidentially
- Maintaining accurate records
- To be willing to attend training as identified through DCC Appraisal
- To help meet the social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs of the children
- To assist in maintaining high standards of hygiene with regard to children, equipment and the premises.
- To ensure the safety of the children when on external visits from the setting and when escorting children to and from school.
- To record and report any injury as well as any suspicious non accidental injury in accordance with safeguarding procedures.
- To ensure parents feel welcome and at ease at in the setting by encouraging participation and discussions.
- To attend regular staff meetings and in house training sessions as required out of normal working hours.
- The health, safety and welfare of yourself and anyone who may be affected by our work. In particular compliance with safe systems of work in accordance with policies and procedures of the council and current legislation.
- Contributing to the development of good practices within the service
- To work in partnership with colleagues, other agencies and organisations
- To undertake any other duties as appropriate to and commensurate with grade.

**Must have a qualification in childcare / early years.**

**DBS must be on the update service or be willing to gain a transferable DBS**

**Skills**:

- Proficient in English language
- Possess knowledge of early childhood education principles
- Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting
- Strong communication skills to interact with children, parents, and colleagues effectively
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while ensuring the safety and well-being of children

Pay: From £11.78 per hour

School type:

- Day nursery

Work Location: In person


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