Job Description

Our Offer of Employment:

We are looking for a trainee to work full time, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week. Training will be provided. No experience required.

Responsibilities

Support the development and learning of children in early years settings by engaging in play and educational activities. Assist in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster positive relationships. Maintain records of children's progress and activities, contributing to assessments as required. Collaborate with senior staff to implement educational programs and adhere to childcare regulations.

The Role:

The newly employed member of staff will support and assist in all aspects of education and care. Initial training and induction will be provided from management and senior staff, with ongoing support provided as necessary.

We care very much for our staff and believe in rewarding them properly. All staff receive the following in work benefits:

A salary, negotiable and considered at interview, pro rata, 40 hours per week.

Workplace Pension

Additional paid holiday allowance (28 Standard + 4 Extra Days )

Staff on duty breakfast buffet / cooked meals & refreshments provided daily

Career Progression Opportunities

Continuous Career Development (CPD)

Digital Learning & Planning

Personal Clothing

Paid staff and Parent Meetings

Digital Record Keeping & Paperless Administration

Training days and staff meetings by Zoom

A set staffing rota each week

Christmas closure, with full pay (25th to 2nd January)

DBS costs covered

Work based Cache Level 3 Early Years Training with accredited Provider

The ideal candidate:

Must have a passion and enthusiasm for working with children and the ability to work calmly, patiently and communicate effectively with children, parents and staff. To be able to work with a diverse range of children with different individual needs, requiring good organisational skills and timekeeping.

Salary:

The starting base salary will be discussed at interview. We look positively at candidates experiences, achievements and knowledge so that we can make a valuable offer of employment which aims to meet your expectations.

Please remember to include your contact information, including email and telephone number with your CV to that we can send you our employment application form and full job description.

Both documents can be found by visiting our website job page. A full job description will be provided upon application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship, Graduate, Volunteer

Pay: 23,000.00-26,120.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

Are you eligible to work or currently working in the United Kingdom. Why do you want to work in an early years setting?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Trainee Early years practitioner June 25
Expected start date: 03/08/2025