Nursery Assistant

Main Purpose of the Role:

Support the Nursery Lead in all aspects of delivering a high-quality, inclusive nursery provision. This includes assisting in planning and implementing engaging activities, ensuring the well-being and development of every child, and fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where all children feel supported and valued.

Responsibilities:

Building Relationships: Foster positive interactions with children, encouraging cooperation and mutual support. Monitor their well-being and offer assistance as needed. Activity Implementation: Design and assess activities to guarantee all children benefit from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Progress Tracking: Collaborate with the Nursery Team, SENCOs, and external agencies to monitor and support children's development. Role Modeling: Serve as a positive example to promote effective relationships among staff, parents/carers, and children. Behavior Management: Encourage good behavior through praise and rewards, addressing poor behavior in line with school policy. Safeguarding: Attend mandatory Safeguarding Children training and adhere to the guidelines of Keeping Children Safe in Education. Report and document any safeguarding concerns to the Nursery Lead/DSL. Incident Management: Handle minor incidents and disputes, referring serious cases to the Nursery Lead/SLT. Maintain and monitor accident and incident records. Inclusive Provision: Work with the Nursery Lead to support children with additional needs ensuring Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other plans are in place. Health and Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of all children. Engaging Activities: Take pride in providing enjoyable breakfast and activities for pupils. Positive Relationships: Build warm and supportive relationships with pupils, anticipating their needs and offering suggestions to support them. Effective Communication: Speak clearly and listen attentively to children, using questions to check understanding and remaining tactful. First Aid: Administer first aid as needed, following health and safety guidelines. Participate in relevant training, such as basic first aid. Diversity and Inclusion: Support diversity and ensure equal opportunities for all. Build effective working relationships by being open and honest. Teamwork: Acknowledge the importance of teamwork, helping new starters settle into the school. Professional Conduct: Communicate clearly with colleagues, listen carefully, and challenge any discriminatory behaviour. Policy Compliance: Adhere to policies and procedures related to child protection, health, safety, and confidentiality, reporting all concerns appropriately. Contributing to Ethos: Support the overall ethos, work, and aims of the nursery and school. Professional Support: Appreciate and support the roles of other professionals. Meeting Participation: Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required. Continuous Learning: Engage in training, learning activities, and performance development as needed.