To assist in the day-to-day organisation of the breakfast and the After School Club.

 

Core Requirements of the post

• Have a relevant Level 3 in Play Work or similar or extensive experience of working with children

• A first aid, food hygiene and child protection certificate would be required.

• Previous experience within a childcare setting

• Have a fun and good-natured personality with a genuine enthusiasm to provide high quality childcare

• Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to work on their own initiative

• Must be able to work to a high standard and work as part of a team.

• To be confident lively and enthusiastic

• To be caring and dedicated

• Be punctual and flexible with working hours

• Must be trustworthy and have good time keeping skills

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• Providing a safe, creative environment with appropriate play opportunities-

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• Take part in activity planning sessions-

• Take part in an activity rota-

• Escorting children to the classrooms at the end of the breakfast session and collecting them for after school club.

• Provide good interaction with the children both during activities and during outdoor play

• Providing full care for all children, this will include providing full commitment to safeguarding children in line with KCSIE and core working together to safeguard children.

• Ensure conditions are hygienic for food preparation and eating

• General cleaning to ensure hygienic conditions

• Administering basic first aid as appropriate

• Encourage parental involvement and support

• Attend staff meetings as and when required

• Carry out all responsibilities and activities within an equal opportunities framework-

• Working within all agreed policies and procedures

• Access training when it becomes available and as required

• Any other duties that are deemed reasonable.

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The candidate will require at least 2 years experience in a leadership and/ or management role in a day care setting and must have a full and relevant Level 3 or above early years qualification.

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You will be responsible for supporting the start up of a NEW nursery which will provide a home from home environment to Early Years Children.  The manager will support the ongoing development of policies, procedures and operational paperwork. The successful applicant will oversee the general daily operation of the nursery, managing and supporting a small staff team, monitoring their ongoing performance and the quality of early years teaching practices.  Liaison and good communication with parents/ carers and professionals is essential. Ensuring children receive the best start in preparation for School.

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You will need a good understanding of Sandwell Child Protection and general health and safety procedures.

 

Job Benefits: 

Discounted childcare

Uniform provided

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Main Activities:

• Skills, aptitude, knowledge and experience

• Ability to work independently using own initiative.

• Ability to relate well to children and adults including other professionals/carers/parents

• Ability to demonstrate and promote good practice in line with the ethos of the school both indoors and out doors.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, whilst ensuring children, colleagues, parents and carers are respected and listened to.

• Fluent English speaker

• Effectively communicate with adults and children

• Good written, verbal and non verbal communication

• Experience of working in Early Years in a school or nursery environment

• Experience of working as part of a team

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The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Lunch Time Supervisor.  The successful candidate will be a dedicated person who will encourage and engage with the children.  Applicants will need to have the patience to work with young children, be able to work as part of team and form positive relationships with adults and pupils.  A willingness to organise games and activities in line with the school’s policy for enrichment activities.

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They will support the Principal Lunch Time Supervisor in the development and general management of the lunch time, ensuring that high standards are maintained.  Planning and delivery of a range of stimulating activities, reflecting equality of opportunity and inclusive practice and in line with the Play Principles.  Offering a safe, stimulating environment for children, with creative and appropriate play opportunities.

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The post holder will ideally hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years and Childcare and / or Play qualification or willing to work towards.  Current working experience of leading and managing a team of staff is essential.  Experience of working in a similar lunch time setting is required.  The post holder will be trained as an appointed First Aider.

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Application Form, Job Description and Personnel Specification can be downloaded from the Sandwell Local Authority website or WM Jobs.  All completed application forms must be returned by email to office@abbey-jun.sandwell.sch.uk or hand delivered directly to either of the school offices. 

Main Activities:

• To plan and implement daily activities of the club to ensure the children’s needs are met and when required, supervise the safe escorting of children to ensure their wellbeing at all times.

• To maintain the Club to an agreed standard of cleanliness and hygiene and to advise the Childcare Manager of any concerns e.g. regarding children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.

• To ensure high levels of food hygiene are maintained at all times in accordance with Safer Food Better Business guidance document.

• To serve food prepared by the school’s external caterers.

• To ensure that all relevant records are maintained and attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

• To ensure all safeguarding concerns are logged and appropriately dealt with according to the schools Safeguarding Policy.

• To undertake other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as determined by the Childcare manager/ Headteacher.

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