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Job description

Lead and be part of the team.. Carry out observations and record assessments of individual children. Ensure the layout is safe for the age group of children. Be aware of all policies and procedures and adhere to them. Plan and implement activities for the children.

Responsibilities

• Attend relevant evening meetings and courses as directed by the Management Committee and/or the Manager. Do daily record keeping associated with the day to day running of the room.
• Ensure all Parents/Carers are kept fully informed of their child’s overall development within the group. Advise the Manager of any matter requiring immediate attention e.g. concerns about a child or equipment needing fixed or replaced.
• Keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other members of staff which is learnt as part of the job.
• Guiding the staff within your room and instructing them to carry out certain duties such as cleaning, activities with children etc.
• Planning time which will be allocated and carry out approved planning time where there will be plans put in place for the following activities

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Level 2 / 3 in Childcare

Desirable Skills

• Level 5 Childcare