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Job description

Childcare Staff will work as part of the Giggle n Grow team to provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for children. This includes assisting in the planning, organisation, delivery, and evaluation of play-based and educational activities in line with The Minimum Standards for Childminding and Day Care (July 2012, amended October 2018) and Giggle n Grow policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, organisation, and delivery of the daily play curriculum and activities.
• Support with the observation, assessment, and evaluation of children’s learning and development.
• Carry out daily observations and update the child management system as required.
• Work as part of a team to maintain high standards of care and communication
• Keep accurate information on parents and children in line with data protection requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and management.
• Maintain daily room records as directed by the Room Leader or management.
• Ensure all toys, resources, and equipment are stored correctly and that damaged or unsafe items are reported immediately in line with daily risk assessment procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training sessions as required.
• Follow all Giggle n Grow policies and procedures, especially those relating to safeguarding, behaviour management, and health and safety.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by management.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Educated to or willing to work towards, QCF Level 2/3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children.

Desirable Skills

• A full, clean driving licence.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Child Protection / Safeguarding training certificate.

Further Information

This position is subject to Access NI and Social Services vetting requirements.