We are looking for an Early Years Supervisor to join the staff team within the brand new 45 place Nursery which is situated within Wiveliscombe Children’s Centre.

The Nursery is open from 8-00am to 6-00pm Monday to Friday and our vision is that the Nursery provides high quality, inclusive and integrated early learning and childcare for children aged 0 to 5.

You will be able to provide leadership and to model good practice. You will have an NVQ 3 and in depth knowledge and understanding of early years learning and child development within the context of the family. You will also have relevant learning and experience from post qualifying work with children under five and their families.

We welcome applications from candidates looking for both full and part time posts.

For an informal discussion please contact Richard Nobes, Programme Manager on 07720 940 249.

 Title:

Early Years Supervisor

Job purpose:

• To provide leadership and to model good practice within the nursery
• To work in partnership with parents / carers to promote the well-being and happiness of children and babies within the nursery
• To provide high quality integrated early learning and childcare

Reporting to:

Childcare Manager

Reward band:

Project Staff I (SA) £14,790 to £19,143 pro rata

Key activities: 

• To provide a welcoming environment for all children and their parents / carers
• To work closely with parents in the nursery and within the community to care for each child’s individual needs
• To assist in the development of models of participation to enable children’s voices to be heard in the evaluation and decision making process
• To encourage children to be independent, make choices and become aware of the needs of others
• To support a culture of excellence in play within the nursery through innovation, organisation, monitoring and review
• To lead by example and support trainees, volunteers and junior staff
• To record, store and share information appropriately with regard for confidentiality and safe practice
• To work as a member of the nursery team to plan, prepare, deliver and evaluate nursery activities
• To deputise for the childcare manager when required

Location:

Wiveliscombe and Surrounding Communities Children’s Centre, Croft Way, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset TA4 2BF

Attainments:

In order to be considered for this post you will have to demonstrate that you already have:·

• An ability to provide leadership and to model good practice
• Relevant learning and experience from post qualifying work with children under five and their families
• Level III qualification in Childcare or Play
• In depth knowledge and understanding of early years learning and child development within the context of the family

Core competencies:

In order to be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate that you have the ability to:

Agree and Meet targets

• Carry out work in accordance with the nursery plan and quality standards, and to deadline

Manage Yourself

• Get on with work without supervision
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn
• Behave in a way that is consistent with The Children’s Society values, and Sure Start standards

Lead Others

• To be a good role model for parents, staff, students and visitors
• Co-operate well with co-ordinators and colleagues
• Respond positively to suggestions and feedback

Building and Maintaining Relationships

• Develop positive professional relationships with colleagues and service users
• Able to work co-operatively as a member of a team
• View others positively

Communicating with Others

• Able to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• To use appropriate methods of communication with children aged 0 to 4

Providing Service to Others

• Able to listen to others and appreciate their needs

Continuously Improving

• Work to quality standards and make suggestions on better ways of carrying out work

Managing Resources

• Support the efficient use of resources
• Administer stock, equipment and handle small amounts of money

Special job circumstances:

The post has the following special circumstances:

• Flexibility in working hours
• Occasional evening/weekend work with prior notice
• To work outside on a daily basis
• To be flexible to meet the needs of a new venture

Relevant personal characteristics:

So that you personally can succeed in this role and the Children’s Society you will require:·

• An understanding and commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organisation
• An understanding and acceptance of the principles and values of the organisation
• A commitment to keeping children and young people safe
• A commitment to diversity and equality in working relationships and practice
• To be flexible, adaptable and able to cope with changing priorities
• To work effectively with professionals from a range of agencies