Early Learning Practitioner; Term-Time

We currently have a full-time opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Learning Practitioner who would enjoy working as part of our experienced team in a lively and friendly environment.

The role will be split equally between our two sites and is offered on a permanent, term-time basis, working 35 hours per week between the hours of 7.45 am and 6 pm.

Day-to-day tasks would include working as part of a team with shared responsibilities for:

• Creating a stimulating learning environment which fosters creativity, curiosity and challenge.
• Promoting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues
• Safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of the children
• Making accurate and effective use of assessment reflecting the needs, interests and developmental stage of the individual child
• Using self-evaluation to identify areas for improvement.
• Demonstrating a commitment to on-going CPD eg training, weekly planning and monthly quality assurance/self-evaluation activities.

It is essential that interested candidates have an SVQ Level 3 (HNC) together with current SSSC registration as a Practitioner. A BA in Childhood Practice will be considered desirable.

Our preference would be to appoint a candidate holding Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership or experience in Forest School/outdoor learning..