- Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur WP Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 50480

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Job Description
Requirements
Essential Criteria
Education & Qualifications
Minimum diploma/ degree qualification in a full a relevant childcare qualification.
Trained in teaching English phonics
Desirable Criteria
Food Hygiene
Certificate Paediatric First Aid
Experience/ Knowledge
Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
At least 4 years of relevant childcare experience Previous management experience in an Early Years setting
Skills & Attributes
Empathy and understanding of children under five.
Good, confident communication skills to deal effectively and respectfully with children, parents, colleagues and visitors.
Ability to write reports and keep clear and accurate records. Able to work on own initiative
A vision for developing the provision for the children and a willingness to try creative ideas.
Happy to face and commit to challenges.
Ability to identify children’s needs and provide learning opportunities to meet those needs as required.
Ability to work as part of a team and to inspire and motivate the team, working alongside the rest of the team, recognising and developing their strengths.
Strong commitment to young children and families. Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional attitude. The ability to respect confidentiality of information. Excellent organisational skills
Strong administrative and IT skills
Personal Qualities
Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible
Resourceful and responsible
Calm and caring nature
A commitment to quality in all areas, with a high level of motivation and enthusiasm
Able to perform under stress
A creative thinker
A good sense of humour
Health cleared for the role
Responsibilities
To provide leadership, direction and management to ensure sustained improvement of learning programmes at Discover Early Years.
To share in and support the leadership of the centre as a member of the Leadership Team. To help lead the centre in the policies and practices of continuous improvement and staff development in relation to the Early Years Foundation Stage and Discover Early Years Handbook.
Reports to: Centre Manager & Business Manager
Affiliation: Leadership Team
Leadership of the setting
• Take overall responsibility for the quality and standards of teaching and learning across all aspects of instruction, assessment, and operations of Discover Early Years.
• To play a major role in the development of high-quality teaching and learning. This will include the monitoring of curriculum planning and the giving of feedback and advice as well as assisting and supporting colleagues with the planning and delivery of a differentiated curriculum.
• To lead the Early Years Foundation Stage team in the delivery of a creative and stimulating curriculum while maintaining a positive, safe learning environment
• To monitor and track the learning and development of all children in the setting - so that children’s attainment and progress is effectively and regularly assessed and to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the procedures.
• To ensure that health and safety procedures provide a safe environment - ensuring that the welfare and safety of children attending the setting is always promoted, to ensure the team follows safeguarding procedures as detailed in the setting’s policy.
• To keep up to date with research and good practice – both to improve knowledge and understanding and ensure effective practice within the setting.
• Maintain equipment, learning materials and supply inventories.
• To role model and monitor high quality practices – that will ensure the smooth day to day organisation and operation of the setting.
• To teach students across the Early Years Foundation Stage and to have class teacher responsibility for kids aged 3 – 5 years old.
Leadership of Staff Development
• To manage an effective performance management system – including carrying out regular supervisions and appraisals for all teaching staff. Also includes maintaining an accurate succession plan which demonstrates the commitment to supporting staff personal development and whole setting training requirements to ensure a highly effective teaching team.
• To monitor the effectiveness of designated roles within the setting.
• To encourage a culture of excellence in all setting activities – supported by thorough reflection and self-evaluation and instil the drive for continuous improvement.
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff.
Partnership with Parents and the Management Team
• To build and maintain effective communication and positive relationships with parents, carers and families through a variety of communication platforms – including, but not limited to parent consultations, settling-in days, presentations etc.
• To lead and liaise with the Management Team - to drive business development and delivery of vision for Discover Early Years with a focus on outdoor learning and building resilience.
• To work in partnership with the Management Team in the cycle of planning, implementation, review and evaluation of the Centre Plan.
• To work in partnership and fully support the Management Team to help formulate the aims and objectives of the setting and follow through on the implementation of centre policies and practices and in the development of the centre.
Personal Development and Governance
• Create and maintain a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practise throughout the centre.
• Treat all students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position
• Be proactive in your personal development and adhere to Discover Early Years’ pedagogy to ensure a highly effective teaching team.
• Attend staff meetings and training days.
• Maintain regular attendance.
Benefits
LRT - MASJID JAMEK
0.3 km
LRT - PASAR SENI
0.6 km
MRT - PASAR SENI
0.6 km
KTM - BANK NEGARA
0.8 km
LRT - BANDARAYA
0.9 km
KTM - KUALA LUMPUR
0.9 km
LRT - PLAZA RAKYAT
1.0 km
MRT - MERDEKA
1.1 km
MRL - MAHARAJALELA
1.2 km
LRT - DANG WANGI
1.3 km
MRL - MEDAN TUANKU
1.4 km
MRT - MUZIUM NEGARA
1.4 km
LRT - SULTAN ISMAIL
1.5 km
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