Early Years Assistant at Kinderland Central Croydon

We are seeking a fun, kind, and caring Early Years Assistant with a genuine passion for Early Years to join our lovely nursery in South Croydon, Greater London.

Benefits

• Family run
• Supportive Management and team
• CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews
• Lots of training opportunities
• Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity
• Staff Discount Team
• Room of the term £25 voucher
• 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days)
• Wellbeing Support

About the Nursery

At Kinderland Day Nursery we provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe and healthy. Our vision is "We are kind, We value our feelings, We have fun, We learn together, We are growing and We are all important!" Our building and resources are excellent, but we believe our staff are the best resource and make the biggest difference in children's lives.

Role and Responsibilities

As an Early Years Assistant your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Providing fun learning and care for the children.
• Following the Nursery vision and curriculum to give children the best possible start in life.
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Supporting children with their individual personal hygiene needs.
• Providing effective and regular feedback to parents on their child's day, personal development and any other relevant information.
• Ensuring a bright and stimulating attractive room with colourful appropriate activities and displays showing children's work.
• Assisting with care, maintenance and security of all equipment and toys within the nursery.

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Qualifications and Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential.
• Sense of humour.
• Enthusiasm and patience.
• An attentive and compassionate nature.
• A big smile.

Safeguarding and Safety

At Kinderland Day Nursery Ltd we work with children, parents, external agencies, and the community to ensure the welfare and safety of children and to give them the very best start in life. Children have the right to be treated with respect, help to thrive and to be safe from any abuse in whatever form. We protect them from maltreatment and have robust procedures to prevent the impairment of children's health and development. We also strive to protect children from the risk of radicalisation, and we promote acceptance and tolerance of other beliefs and cultures. We have designated persons within the nursery who take lead responsibility for safeguarding and coordinate child protection and welfare issues.

Additional Information

All applicants should be aware that a huge part of the role is ensuring children are continuously safeguarded from any harm. Any job offers will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, thorough referencing, an induction programme, and a 3 month probation period. All successful candidates will be given lots of training upon starting their role.