Early years practitioner

Children #39;s Centre Early Years Practitioner Job Description The Children #39;s Centre Early Years Practitioner will play a vital role in contributing to the Children #39;s Centre core offer by achieving Development Matters outcomes and objectives aligned with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, and Redbridge Council #39;s strategies and action plans relevant to Early Years. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Children #39;s Centres and Early Years Play and Development (EYPaD) Centre Teams to deliver high-quality services and improve outcomes for children and families. They will facilitate groups for families with children under 5 years based on Development Matters and EYFS framework. Identifying families who may require additional support, providing information about local services and/or sign-post or refer to Children #39;s Centres will be a key responsibility of this role. The Early Years Practitioner will also offer parents advice and guidance to optimize their visit and promote home learning in line with Children #39;s Centres core offer. Key Responsibilities Contribute to Children #39;s Centre core offer by achieving Development Matters outcomes and objectives aligned with Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework, and Redbridge Council #39;s strategies and action plans relevant to Early Years. Work collaboratively with the Children #39;s Centres and Early Years Play and Development Centre Teams to deliver high-quality services and improve outcomes for children and families. Facilitate groups for families with children under 5 years based on Development Matters and EYFS framework. Identify families who may require additional support, provide information about local services and/or sign-post or refer to Children #39;s Centres. Offer parents advice and guidance to optimise their visit and promote home learning in line with Children #39;s Centres core offer. Requirements Level 3 Early Years Childcare qualification or equivalent. Experience of working with children and families in a Children #39;s Centre or Early Years setting. Knowledge of Development Matters and Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. How to Apply If you are interested in this Children #39;s Centre Early Years Practitioner role, please submit your CV via email to (url removed) or call the office on (phone number removed). ** We also offer a GBP250 referral bonus should you refer a successful candidate