Childcare Worker

As a Childcare Worker, you will play a crucial role to support children's play and learning through engaging activities, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring their well-being.
You will have a passion for supporting children to reach their full potential.
You'll work closely with parents, carers, colleagues, and external agencies to provide the best possible care for our youngest children.
You will use your knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage in your interactions with children and families.
You will be involved in preparing the environment, assessing risk, and making changes to meet the needs of the children present.
Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years, helping them learn through play.


• Observe and assess children's progress, identifying areas for improvement.


• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.


• Communicate effectively with parents, providing regular updates on their child's development.


• Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.


About You:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please be aware this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure application and other safer recruitment checks including two references.
We use technology to communicate with each other and our families and you will be confident in using a computer. Support will be available on specific programmes we use.
You will require a driving license and have access to a vehicle.
You will be well organised needing to record observations, sharing information with parents and carers to support learning at home.
What's in it for you?

• A vibrant learning community of 13 practitioners working across 3 rooms.



• An opportunity to work closely with our setting SENCO to support children with additional needs.
  
  We're passionate about making Dorset a great place to live, work and visit. Working for us should be no exception.


At Dorset Council we:

• provide more than 450 services to over 300,000 residents


• have ambitious aspirations


• are excited about our future


• care about Dorset and all the people who live here


• know that all roles make a difference and that our employees are key to our success

You will:

• have access to a range of employee benefits


• be part of an organisation that supports each other to grow and succeed


• have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression


We are challenging ourselves to become a more diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognise that recruitment and inclusion of individuals with diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds will bring real strength to the council and our communities. We have a commitment to equality and welcome applications from everyone.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We offer an interview to everyone who declares a disability and meets the essential criteria for the role.

We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments.

We also look for applicants who share our commitment to our behaviours. We will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.


• Access to Dorset Council's employee benefits, including generous annual leave and a pension scheme.



• A supportive environment where technology enhances communication with team members and families.



• We pride ourselves on respect, responsibility, and recognition. We operate as OneTeam, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.