Monkey Puzzle Chesham are looking for fantastic L3 Nursery Practitioners to join our nursery team and help to provide outstanding education and early years childcare for our children.
Why Us?
As part of Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, you will be joining our caring, welcoming, and supportive team. Our vision is to inspire change through excellence in childcare, creating a positive impact for generations to come. For over 20 years, Monkey Puzzle has been providing children the highest quality of care with unlimited opportunities to grow, learn, develop, and flourish in our safe and secure environments. Key Responsibilities
To provide the highest levels of care and education for all children attending the setting. Adhere to all company policies and procedures Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment, and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy Prepare and supervise activities Supervise and support children at all times Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff, and visitors Ensure that all children are kept safe Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, colleagues, and visitors Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery Work as part of a team to ensure the company’s values are maintained Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings, and undertake training as required Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line manager The duties and responsibilities included in this job specification are not exhaustive or restrictive and can be reviewed at any time in the future; changes and other duties deemed relevant to this post may be added. Why You?
You have a positive attitude and creative ideas that inspire children to learn You are passionate about providing high standards of care and education to meet the individual needs of all children. You take pride in maintaining positive working partnerships with colleagues, parents, and carers. You recognize the importance of adhering to all company policies and procedures. You have good verbal and written communication skills Minimum full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Paediatric First Aid Basic Safeguarding Ability to write reports and keep clear and accurate records Ability to write clear objective observations Excellent planning and organizing Strong leadership Able to motivate, manage, and work productively within a team Ability to comprehend, impart, and adhere to a strict set of policies and procedures Working with and supporting parents Effective time management Ability to prioritize workload Able to maintain confidentiality Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Excellent knowledge of the current Early Years Inspection Framework Thorough knowledge of and appreciation for child safeguarding and welfare Strong understanding of health and safety and practical hygiene issues Great to Haves
Food and Hygiene Level 2 Prevent Duty FGM Designated Safeguarding Lead Safer Recruitment Emergency First Aid At Work Early Years Leadership and Management qualification i.e., City and Guilds Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children’s & Young People’s Workforce SENDCO Self Regulation Able to work confidently with SEND Calm in all circumstances Able to work on own initiative Evidence of ongoing personal development Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice Knowledge of digital learning platforms; i.e., FAMLY, Learning Book, Tapestry, etc. Working with outside agencies Knowledge of the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice and the required support systems put in place
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As part of Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, you will be joining our caring, welcoming, and supportive team. Our vision is to inspire change through excellence in childcare, creating a positive impact for generations to come. For over 20 years, Monkey Puzzle has been providing children the highest quality of care with unlimited opportunities to grow, learn, develop, and flourish in our safe and secure environments. Key Responsibilities
To provide the highest levels of care and education for all children attending the setting. Adhere to all company policies and procedures Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment, and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy Prepare and supervise activities Supervise and support children at all times Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff, and visitors Ensure that all children are kept safe Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, colleagues, and visitors Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery Work as part of a team to ensure the company’s values are maintained Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings, and undertake training as required Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line manager The duties and responsibilities included in this job specification are not exhaustive or restrictive and can be reviewed at any time in the future; changes and other duties deemed relevant to this post may be added. Why You?
You have a positive attitude and creative ideas that inspire children to learn You are passionate about providing high standards of care and education to meet the individual needs of all children. You take pride in maintaining positive working partnerships with colleagues, parents, and carers. You recognize the importance of adhering to all company policies and procedures. You have good verbal and written communication skills Minimum full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Paediatric First Aid Basic Safeguarding Ability to write reports and keep clear and accurate records Ability to write clear objective observations Excellent planning and organizing Strong leadership Able to motivate, manage, and work productively within a team Ability to comprehend, impart, and adhere to a strict set of policies and procedures Working with and supporting parents Effective time management Ability to prioritize workload Able to maintain confidentiality Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Excellent knowledge of the current Early Years Inspection Framework Thorough knowledge of and appreciation for child safeguarding and welfare Strong understanding of health and safety and practical hygiene issues Great to Haves
Food and Hygiene Level 2 Prevent Duty FGM Designated Safeguarding Lead Safer Recruitment Emergency First Aid At Work Early Years Leadership and Management qualification i.e., City and Guilds Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children’s & Young People’s Workforce SENDCO Self Regulation Able to work confidently with SEND Calm in all circumstances Able to work on own initiative Evidence of ongoing personal development Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice Knowledge of digital learning platforms; i.e., FAMLY, Learning Book, Tapestry, etc. Working with outside agencies Knowledge of the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice and the required support systems put in place
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