Spring Grove School Nursery: Job Description - Early Years Practitioner

This post is under the direction of the Head of Early Years, and requires the postholder to
work effectively as part of a team, using personal skills, knowledge and experience to
deliver a planned Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and high-quality Nursery care.

Working Towards - Main Duties and Responsibilities

1.  To have a full working knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation

Stage.

2.  To plan organised daily activities within a given framework that are appropriate to the

different age groups, followed up with observations and record keeping.

3.  To help create a happy and secure environment in which children can develop
confidence and grow as individuals, with positive management of children’s
behaviour.

4.  To employ good Nursery management skills to supervise groups or individuals building
positive relationships and facilitating their educational development and social skills.

5.  To offer all children equal opportunities as set out in the Early Years Equal

Opportunities Policy.

6.  To encourage children to develop their ‘self-help’ skills and an awareness of personal

hygiene, i.e. washing and toileting.

7.  As a Key Person, to take responsibility for the ongoing assessment and records of
progress and achievement for a particular group of children, highlighting any
problems or significant achievements to the Room Leader.

8.  To take time to understand the significant needs and requirements of individual

children e.g. SEN, allergies, dietary needs.

9.  To assist the other staff in maintaining a clean, tidy and organised environment.
10.  To assist in the preparation of snacks and drinks, supervising mealtimes, developing

good table manners and eating habits and clearing away after meals.

11.  To plan for and supervise children in outdoor activities, being aware of their safety and

welfare, providing simple First Aid when necessary.

12.  To contribute to displays, creating an attractive and stimulating environment.
13.  To work positively as part of the team, to be included in staff rotas and attend regular

Early Years meetings.

14.  To positively promote the Early Years Department at all times, to develop a good

relationship with parents and to be a welcoming presence to any visitors entering the
Department.

15.  To show good communication skills and feedback to parents.
16.  To be aware of and comply with all Early Years policies and procedures.
17.  To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Head of Early

Years.

18.  To hold a current Paediatric First Aid Certificate.