Early Years Assistant - Post 2

Permanent/Part Time (20 hours)

Gardner's Lane and Oakwood Federation Children's Centre nurseries have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Early Years Assistants. This is a permanent part time term time only position. Working hours are 12.15pm - 4.15pm for five days per week.

The minimum qualification requirement is a Level 2 qualification in Early Years. These vacancies are across the Cheltenham Cluster of Children's Centres.

The successful applicants will support the learning, play and development of children aged 2-5 under the EYFS and must be able to:

• Deliver high quality early years education with a good understanding of the EYFS;
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Complete and manage all paperwork for the Learning Journeys for their group of Key Children;
• Assist in planning - short term targets for individual children and groups, and to observe and record their progress;
• Work closely with families;
• Work and liaise with Community Family Workers, Social Care, Health Visitors and education support services, among others;
• Work as a part of a team;
• Have a commitment to building and maintaining positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and other professionals.

The successful candidate must have a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Child Protection/Safeguarding. Applicants will be asked to complete an interview and a short task.

Appointments will be subject to:

• References - these will be sought prior to interview;
• Clear Disclosure records from the DBS (formerly CRB).

For further information or to apply please contact Elaine Williams for an application pack elaine.williams@cheltcc.org.uk or telephone 01242 252185.

The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 8th August 2014
Interview Date: To be advised

Gardners Lane and Oakwood Federation
Gardners Lane
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL51 9JW