Location
Southampton | United Kingdom
Job description
Sunshine Nursery, is a small private day nursery and pre-school situated in a large detached house 5 minutes walk from Southampton common.
At Sunshine we ensure all child embark on adventures in a loving, safe and stimulating setting learning about their world in a warm and welcoming way.
Our dedicated team are committed to creating a welcoming community that supports each child's growth and development. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and discover why Sunshine Day Nursery and Preschool is where everyone shines!
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for young children
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through engaging activities
- Observe and assess children's progress and communicate with parents or guardians
- Collaborate with other educators and staff to create a cohesive learning environment
- Maintain a clean and organized environment
Qualifications:
- Minimum level 3 childcare qualification - specific to Early Years
- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting (minimum of 2 years)
- Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Skills:
- Enthusiasm and a genuine passion for care of our children
- Patience and understanding when working with young children
- Creativity in designing engaging and age-appropriate activities
- Strong organizational skills to manage materials and resources
- Ability to adapt strategies to meet the individual needs of each child
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Approximate start date: 02/04/2024
Job Type: Part-time - 30 hours
Salary: From £11.44 per hour
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Employee discount
Schedule: Day shift / No weekends
Expected start date: 02/04/2024
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
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£11.44 per hour
