Early Years Assistant

Description

Our local government clients in Haringey, Greater London, are seeking an Early Years Assistant to play a vital role in shaping a nurturing environment where children aged 1 to 5 can thrive through high-quality care, learning, and play.

Responsibilities

• Attend to children's personal needs and implement relevant personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters, ensuring clear daily duties.
• Supervise and support children to ensure their safety and access to play and learning.
• Establish strong relationships with children by acting as a role model and being aware of their needs, responding appropriately.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all children.
• Encourage children to interact with others and engage in activities.
• Encourage children to act independently as appropriate.

Qualifications – Essential

• GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
• Recognised education/childcare or Early Years qualification (NVQ Level 2) and paediatric first aid.
• Commitment to continuing professional development
•  Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM.

Criteria for Shortlisting - About You

• Working with children 0 – 5.
• Working with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Inclusive practice of children with special needs.
• Working in partnership with parents and other professionals.
• Appropriate knowledge of First Aid.
• Use of technology- Good ICT skills.
• Ability to relate to all children and adults.
• Working as a member of a team.
• Good communication skills – verbal and written.
• Knowledge of child development and learning.
• Good childcare practice.

Compliance Requirements

• 5 Years References, including current employment
• DBS required for this role- including Children's Barred List Check.

• Willing to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process.

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.