Qualifications/Experience:

Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Previous leadership or room leader experience
Sound knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements
Strong communication and organisational skills
Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
Excellent understanding of Safeguarding

Responsibilities/Extra Information:

To help set-up the room according to the pre-school curriculum and tidy away at the end of session.

To have a detailed understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and detailed understanding of child development

Provide inclusive stimulating play, taking into consideration the developmental needs of the individual child in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

Develop and maintain good communication with all the staff, parents, and Committee.

To manage the pre-school and undertake all the necessary duties in the absence of the Manager.

To assist with the pre-schools maintaining of Ofsted standards.

Promote a good working atmosphere in the pre-school. Recognise the different abilities of staff and volunteers and assign them specific tasks in line with the staff rota.

To supervise the daily programme of preschool activities and events.

Ensure all steps possible are taken to safeguard the welfare and safety of children and other personnel whilst on the premises. Have full knowledge and strictly adhere to the Fire Drill procedure.

To promote equality of opportunity and foster an inclusive culture and environment. To promote equal opportunities ensuring individual children’s needs and circumstances are known and met through the care and education provided.

Liaise with Manager on any points to be raised at staff meetings. Lead staff meetings in conjunction/absence of Manager

Keep all information regarding the children, their families, or other staff, which is learnt as part of your role completely confidential.

Be willing to attend any relevant in-house or external training sessions (i.e., First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and EYFS).

Adhere to all working guidelines, policies and procedures as set out by the Manager and Management Committee.

To support the Pre-school in fundraising activities and take part in special events (i.e., outings and visits)

To be the first point of support for staff undergoing training or apprenticeships.

To perform any other duties as deemed necessary by the Manager.

To arrive for sessions promptly, in uniform and ready to commence work at given start time.

Contact: Esther Chan-Hawkins - 07746750945

Please send your CV/Application form to: Manager@pollyannapreschool.org.uk 

Link to provider website: www.pollyannapreschool.org.uk