Provide high quality, positive care for babies and children from 6 weeks old to 5 years through social, emotional, educational, and practical interaction, nurturing, and guidance. And having good/clear understanding of developmental stages.
Make sure the babies are kept safe, are well, and that Child Protection Procedures are followed.
Implement the key worker system to address the individual needs of each child, family, and carers.
Observe and keep records of the activities and progress of children.
Complete parental inductions to liaise and ensure a smooth transition form home to nursery.
Partner with parents/carers to keep them informed of their child’s day and progress.
Organise, maintain and ensure a clean, tidy, hygienic, safe, child-friendly environment.
Supervise activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, reading, music, and outdoor and physical activities.
Maintain toys and equipment.
Feed babies and ensure the nutritional needs of babies and children are met via a variety of stages from preparation of bottles, weaning to full solid diet that complies with Food Safety Regulations and NHS Guidance.
Change nappies and help children with potty/toilet training.
Help children to learn social, emotional, numeracy, language, and practical skills.
Work with staff within the nursery to provide a high quality nursery service.
Work with outside professional bodies or agencies as appropriate.
Implement the daily routine of the nursery.
Participate in meetings.
Follow the nursery’s practices, processes, and procedures. E.g. positive behaviour management techniques.
Learn about developments in childcare and undertake training as required.
Ensure the health and safety of colleagues and children, complying with all Health and Safety requirements.
Treat everyone with dignity and respect, support equality, and value diversity.