Early Years Assistant

Location: Hornsey

Description

Our local government clients in Haringey, Greater London, are seeking an Early Years Assistant to play a vital role in shaping a nurturing environment where children aged 1 to 5 can thrive through high-quality care, learning, and play.

Responsibilities

Attend to children's personal needs and implement relevant personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters, ensuring clear daily duties.

Supervise and support children to ensure their safety and access to play and learning.

Establish strong relationships with children by acting as a role model and being aware of their needs, responding appropriately.

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all children.

Encourage children to interact with others and engage in activities.

Encourage children to act independently as appropriate.

Qualifications – Essential

GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.

Recognised education/childcare or Early Years qualification (NVQ Level
2) and paediatric first aid.

Commitment to continuing professional development

Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM.

Criteria for Shortlisting - About You

Working with children 0 – 5.

Working with the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Inclusive practice of children with special needs.

Working in partnership with parents and other professionals.

Appropriate knowledge of First Aid.

Use of technology
- Good ICT skills.

Ability to relate to all children and adults.

Working as a member of a team.

Good communication skills – verbal and written.

Knowledge of child development and learning.

Good childcare practice.

Compliance Requirements

5 Years References, including current employment

DBS required for this role- including Children's Barred List Check.

Willing to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process.

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace