5 jobs found in basingstoke

We are an inclusive early years setting, working closely with a range of children and their families. The nursery has been running for 10 years and are fortunate to have a hard working, respectful, passionate and friendly staff team. With the development of our new nursery building we are looking to recruit a senior practitioner to support in our strive to providing outstanding care to children and their families. The post is for 36 hours a week/full time,  for 52 weeks of the year. However, we are closed between Christmas and the New Year. We are open Monday to Friday, 7.30am-6pm The senior job role is a mix of working on the floor with the children as well as supporting the management with the day to day running, having individual responsibilities and working independently or part of a team to complete tasks. Each staff member has an induction, including virtual college/e-learning and has opportunities throughout the year for training and development. Senior responsibilities: To plan, organise and facilitate the running a nursery room working in partnership with the Nursery senior management team to ensure Ofsted requirements and the ECM outcomes are met. To ensure the physical environment promotes active learning and reflects the key areas of learning in the EYFS   To work in partnership with parents actively engaging them in their child’s learning   To represent KIDS professionally in all contacts with external agencies preparing reports as and when required. To comply with all KIDS policies and procedures particularly around equal opportunities, safeguarding and health and safety. To work closely with professionals to improve communication between agencies. To line manage staff effectively supporting them to meet targets and encourage good practice. To enable staff to actively engage in the planning and assessment process to enhance children’s learning in a safe and stimulating environment. To ensure the key person system is properly implemented encouraging professional relationships that are warm and caring. To lead team meetings, participate in staff meetings and engage in the Nursery senior management team meetings.  To implement baseline assessments and Individual Education Plans specific to individual needs with the support of the QTS and Inclusion co-ordinators  To ensure the physical environment is child focused and welcomes all children, families and professionals celebrating diversity and the children’s work.  To attend training and supervision sessions to enhance ongoing professional development

We are an inclusive early years setting, working closely with a range of children and their families. The nursery has been running for 10 years and are fortunate to have a hard working, respectful, passionate and friendly staff team. With the development of our new nursery building we are looking to recruit an assistant practitioner to support in our strive to providing outstanding care to children and their families. The post is for 36 hours a week/full time,  for 52 weeks of the year. However, we are closed between Christmas and the New Year. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm. We are looking for a nurturing individual who is excited to work with children, enjoys supporting  children's learning through play, and can develop activities to support this. Job role: Creating activities to support children's development at a range of development levels Have good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS) work closely with staff to develop next steps within all areas of children's learning and development Observe children and write observations Accompany staff on home visits Attend parent meetings and build strong parent partnership relationships and positive family working Participate in the planning of areas and activities To implement all KIDS policies and procedures including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, Equal Opportunities etc. To actively engage in staff development opportunities including training, supervision and appraisals

Nursery Room Leader NURSERY ROOM LEADER Job Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire Job Ref: 3362 Salary Guide: c £22,000 dep on exp An experienced senior practitioner is needed to lead and support a busy room within this lovely 80 plus place setting,  based in central Basingstoke., Room Leader Requirements: * Have a minimum Level 3 Childcare / Early Years Qualification * Experience in the role of a Room Leader * At least two years’ experience working in the Early Years sector * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice * Have excellent written and verbal English. Staff Benefits: * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible) * Holiday Entitlement – 21 days plus Bank Holidays plus Xmas closure * Further Training Offered * Great staff discounts * Other company perks including shopping discount vouchers Job Description: * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years. * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum * Experience of leading and supporting a team * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum * To plan, prepare and review the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS * To be motivated and able to motivate children and staff * An ability to work on own initiative. * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them. * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate. * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team. * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate. Please apply by emailing your CV to us: We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday