Purpose of the Job

• To work as part of the setting team, support the manager in providing safe, high-quality education and care for children aged between (0-3+ years).
• To fulfil legal and statutory requirements, contribute to and implement provisions policies; in addition to acting as a key worker for a group of children and communicating progress on a regular basis with their parents/carers.

Main Duties

• To ensure that the setting is a safe environment for children, that equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high, and safety procedures are implemented at all times.
• To lead on setting activities and offer appropriate stimulation and support to the children.
• To work closely with the children, other members of staff and parents.
• To help ensure there is a good, happy, and positive atmosphere at all times.
• Take time to listen and respond to children, encourage participation, and support them in their development.
• To maintain equality of opportunity for all children within the provision.

The Children

• To be the key person for a group of children in the provision, to be responsible for those children and to ensure that their progress is regularly observed and effectively assessed.
• You will be expected to celebrate the child’s achievements with their parents/carers and work together with them to provide appropriately for their child’s well-being, enabling them to make progress.
• To communicate with parents/carers, informing them about the provision and its curriculum, exchanging information about their child’s progress and encouraging parental involvement.
• To follow guidelines and procedures for child protection as recommended by the Wales Safeguarding Procedures; report any accidents or incidents to the person in charge.
• To change the nappies and assist with toileting for children.

Records

• To ensure relevant records are properly maintained.
• To read and be familiar with the provision’s policies and the statutory requirements.
• To contribute to, suggest changes and implement all the provision’s policies and procedures.
• To attend staff meetings and planning sessions as required.
• To maintain documentation in accordance with GDPR.
• To keep confidential any information regarding children, their families, or other staff members.