Early Years Practitioner

Job summary

We are looking for Qualified Nursery Practitioners to work at our well-established fun and friendly Wee Gems Corstorphine.

The ideal candidate should be qualified with a minimum SVQ/ HNC in childcare and education or someone that has a BA degree qualification in early years or education from either UK or overseas.

The Wee Gems team have set a high standard for childcare, making Wee Gems a very strong contender in our sector. We as childcare providers make a promise to our clients to offer a high-quality service reflected in our employment process. At Wee Gems Corstorphine we aim to bring out the best in our children to create a much stronger and confident child ready to face the world.

Job Description:

· Successful applicants will be required to work with either babies, toddlers, or pre-school aged children, implementing creative and learning activities, always ensuring safety and wellbeing of children within the nursery.

• Be a reliable member of a team and work with flexibility.
• Work with an ethos of respect and professionalism with colleagues, stake holders and service users.
• Understand that each child is an individual and have a sound knowledge of childcare and child development.
• Have responsibility to uphold and adhere to SSSC codes of conduct.
• Take responsibility for each child’s progress, report on achievements and complete child development profiles on a weekly basis.
• Develop positive relationships with parents/guardians, other staff, and outside agencies.
• Always supervise the children indoors and outdoors. Following systems are in place and highlight any concerns.
• To ensure that the environments are inviting and resourced efficiently.
• Be responsible for maintaining a stimulating and attractive nursery environment.
• Be aware and act upon children’s individual needs and requirements using the Wee Gems key worker policy.
• Develop and deliver age and stage appropriate activities that will progress children’s learning.
• Ensure that all practice is inclusive to all the children attending Wee Gems.
• Ensure you are a reflective practitioner to further evolve the practice you display.

Job Benefits:

• Disclosure Scotland applications and renewals paid for by us.
• Unlimited development and training opportunities provided and paid for by Wee Gems Corstorphine.
• Warm, friendly, and enthusiastic team to work alongside and have for support daily.
• Private healthcare and Wellness programme.
• Free Parking
• Discounted Childcare
• Company Events
• Competitive Salary
• Continuous 1-1 support and supervision sessions
• Leadership opportunities at all levels and personal development
• Company pension
• Tea, coffee, and biscuits provided for break times.
• Paid staff training to progress your personal development.
• Access to over 200 training courses online
• Free nursery uniform including tunics and polo shirts also including a uniform allowance twice a year.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Day nursery
• Preschool
• Private nursery school

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edinburgh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Wee Gems Early Year Practitioner