Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a childcare professional to join our well established and thriving village preschool. To start the end of October.

We are looking for an experienced childcare professional who will support the Preschool Leader with running preschool and who will deputise in the Preschool Leader's absence. You must hold NVQ level 3 Early Years Education or an equivalent qualification.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES (DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE):

To assist with the leadership, management and administration of the setting. Providing high quality inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children. Maintaining a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment according to EYFS, An understanding of current legislation and pre-school policies Developing and maintaining partnerships with other agencies. EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: Team leadership and management skills. Ability to work effectively on own initiative and to motivate others. A minimum level 3 qualification in early years childcare and education. Current working knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage. A sound understanding of child development and children's needs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. To actively promote and have a commitment to equal opportunities.
HOURS OF WORK:

Preschool is open Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm term time only. Our current vacancy is for 28 hrs/week over 4 days. 8:15 - 3:15. The salary will be 13.60 p/h

Compliance with our confidentiality policy is essential and references and DBS checks will be required.

This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: 13.60 p/h

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 13.60 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 28 per week

Experience:

childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/10/2025
Expected start date: 27/10/2025