Childcare Worker

The Employer is: NEWHILL FIRST STEPS. The childcare assistant will assist the Newhill First step team in providing high quality of care for the children in their care ensuring quality standards are regulated by relevant statutory agencies associated with childcare. S/he will organise and implement a stimulating and varied programme of play and educational activities for children within the room with an emphasis on speech, language and communication and play development. They will offer support, assist, and provide information to parents/carers. .

NVQ Level 2 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent or be willing to work towards 1 years experience working in the childcare field.

Demonstrates knowledge of child development.

Demonstrates knowledge of child protection issues and procedures.

Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of play and the importance of parental involvement.

Demonstrates knowledge of normal communication development.

Demonstrates ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Flexible approach to working hours.

Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills.

Demonstrates that they are friendly, caring, helpful and flexible.

Demonstrates that they possess good listening skills, have patience, understanding and a non-judgmental attitude.

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Demonstrates first Aid Qualification, Food Safety Level 2, Fire Safety.

Demonstrates music / art / craft skills.

Demonstrates experience of working with children with special needs.

Demonstrates that they have undertaken additional certified training in speech and language e.g Hanen, Elkan, Makaton or equivalent.