The Early Years Assistant will support the Nursery Nurse and Early Years Officer in delivering high\-quality care, play, learning, and education for children aged 1 to rising 5. This role is crucial in creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children, supporting the day\-to\-day functioning of the nursery, and ensuring that childrenâs personal, social, and developmental needs are met.
Responsibilities
Attend to childrenâs personal needs, including health, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters.
Supervise and support children to ensure safety and access to learning and play.
Build positive relationships with children, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs.
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children.
Prepare and clear the learning environment as directed.
Assist with displaying childrenâs work.
Observe and report on childrenâs needs, progress, and achievements.
Requirements
Experience working with children aged 0â5.
Experience working in partnership with parents and professionals.
At least Level 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification and paediatric first aid.