Colourbox Early Learning Hub is looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Childcare Practitioner / Early Years Assistant to join our growing early years team in Opebi, Ikeja.
We welcome applications from experienced childminders, nannies, nursery practitioners, creche workers and childcare assistants who have a genuine passion for caring for and supporting young children aged 0–5 years.
The Role
Working as part of our early years team, you will support the
Room Leader
in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and develop.
You will be expected to:
Support the Room Leader with the daily running of the room and planned activities.
Provide warm, responsive and attentive care to children throughout the day.
Support children''s learning, play, routines and development.
Assist with feeding, nappy changing, toileting, sleep routines and personal care as appropriate.
Help prepare learning resources and maintain an organised, welcoming learning environment.
Support children with positive behaviour, independence and self-help skills.
Observe children''s interests and contribute to their learning and development.
Maintain high standards of
hygiene, cleanliness and organisation
within the children''s areas and throughout daily routines.
Ensure toys, resources, equipment and children''s spaces are kept clean, safe and ready for use.
Work closely with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the room.
Follow Colourbox policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety and child protection.
Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Passionate about working with babies and young children.
Caring, patient, warm and nurturing.
Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
Comfortable supporting children with all aspects of their daily care and routines.
Proactive and willing to assist wherever needed in the room.
Able to follow instructions while also using their own initiative.
Committed to maintaining a high standard of hygiene, safety and care.
Previous experience as a
nanny, childminder, nursery practitioner, creche worker or childcare assistant
is highly desirable.
An Early Years, Childcare, NCE or related qualification is an advantage but
experience will also be considered
.
What We Offer
A supportive and friendly working environment.
The opportunity to work within a professional early years setting.
Training and development opportunities.
The opportunity to develop your childcare skills and progress within the Colourbox team.
A role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young children
Working Hours:
Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm
Start Date:
Immediate / As soon as possible