Team Leader

We are looking for a Qualified Early Years Practitioner to work at our well-established fun and friendly Wee Gems Livingston.

As a Qualified Early Years Practitioner, you should hold at minimum an SVQ level 3/ HNC in childcare and education.

The Wee Gems team have set a high standard for childcare, making Wee Gems a very strong contender in our sector. We as childcare providers make a promise to our clients to offer a high-quality service reflected in our employment process. At Wee Gems Livingston we aim to bring out the best in our children to create a much stronger and confident child ready to face the world.

Duties include, but not limited to:

Successful applicant will be required to work with children of all ages, implementing creative learning experiences, always ensuring safety and wellbeing of children within the nursery. The successful applicant will -

• Be a reliable member of a team and work with flexibility.
• Work with an ethos of respect and professionalism with colleagues, stake holders and service users.
• Understand that each child is an individual and have a sound knowledge of childcare and child development.
• Have responsibility to uphold and adhere to SSSC codes of practice.
• Take responsibility as a key worker for each child’s progress, report on achievements and complete child development profiles on a weekly basis.
• Develop positive relationships with parents/guardians, other staff, and outside agencies.
• Always supervise the children indoors and outdoors. Following systems that are in place and highlight any concerns.
• To ensure that the environments are inviting and resourced efficiently.
• Support in maintaining a stimulating and attractive nursery environment.
• Be aware and act upon children’s individual needs and requirements using the Wee Gems key worker policy.
• Develop and deliver age and stage appropriate activities that will progress children’s learning.
• Ensure that all practice is inclusive to all the children attending Wee Gems.
• Ensure you are a reflective practitioner to further evolve the practice you display.

In return you can expect:

• Disclosure Scotland applications and renewals paid for by us.
• Unlimited development and training opportunities provided and paid for by Wee Gems Livingston.
• Warm, friendly, and enthusiastic team to work alongside and have for support daily.
• Private healthcare and Wellness programme.
• Free Parking
• Discounted Childcare
• Company Events
• Continuous 1-1 support and supervision sessions
• Opportunities at all levels and personal development
• Company pension
• Paid staff training to progress your personal development.
• Access to over 200 training courses online
• Free nursery uniform including tunics and polo shirts also including a uniform allowance twice a year.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking

Work Location: In person

Pay: £25,420.00-£53,211.74 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person