We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate.
Requirements
- Childcare and Education NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- GCSE English Language and Maths or equivalent Level 1 qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and can-do attitude
- Experience of working with children from birth to 5 years and positive behaviour management
- Knowledge of developments in early years education and willingness to undertake training
- Sound knowledge of legislation, regulations, Ofsted requirements, inspection criteria and the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Understanding of how to ensure health and safety and hygiene in a childcare setting
- Understanding of and commitment to Child Protection procedures
- Ability to promote good practice in a professional manner
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with children and adults from diverse backgrounds
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to learn and understand how diversity considerations affect early years' childcare
- A sound understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities, inclusion and anti-bias
Benefits
- 40 days paid holiday a year
- One paid day a year for volunteering
- Occupational sick pay
- Pension scheme
- Three high quality subsidised day nurseries