Action for Borstal Community Project
13 -14 Mercury Close 
Borstal  Rochester  ME1 3AT

Required:

• Early Years Qualification at Level 3 or above
  
• 5+ years of experience working in an early years setting
  
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to lead, support and motivate a small team
• A warm, professional, child-centred approach

Desired:

• Safeguarding/Child Protection training
• Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Personal Qualities:

• Reliable, proactive and confident in decision-making
• Positive, collaborative and supportive team member
• Passionate about early years education and committed to high-quality practice

Vacancy details:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Preschool Practitioner to join our small, friendly team.  This is a key position that includes acting as Manager during the current Manager’s maternity leave. The successful candidate will play a central role in delivering high quality early years education and care, supporting colleagues, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.

• Act as manager during maternity leave, overseeing day to day operations
  
• Support and guide colleagues to maintain high standard of practice
  
• Contribute to planning, organisation and continuous improvement in the setting
  
• Ensure the wellbeing, safety and emotional security of all children
  
• Promote and uphold safeguarding, child protection and health and safety policies
  
• Carry out administrative and management duties as required
  
  
• Act as a keyworker for a small number of children building strong and trusted relationships
  
• Deliver high quality, developmentally appropriate childcare in line with EYFS
  
• Work closely with parents and carers to meet individual children’s needs
  
• Monitor, record and maintain children’s progress and development using Tapestry
  
• Create and maintain a safe, caring and stimulating environment