Job Description

Cherrytree Nursery School Ltd. are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated and reliable Early Years Practitioners to join our experienced and happy team with training offered before starting with us ready for September 2025.

A position may be possible at either the Newtown or the Kingsnorth Road Branch.

We are looking for someone who is available to work part time and also 'on-call' (to cover courses, holidays and staff sickness). If you are only interested in one or the other position and not both, please let us know together with your application.

Preferably, the successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following (though others will be considered):

Be qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 in Childcare with a minimum of one years experience, or have Maths and English GCSE at grade C or above. Have an understanding of the EYFS and to ensure that any planning for each key child is individual, differentiated and developmentally appropriate for that child. Have a good standard of written English Be flexible, reliable and supportive to other staff. Be committed, hard working, willing to share new ideas and work as part of a team.
You will be responsible for:

Being able to accurately complete children's observations records and to ensure these are kept up to date. Ensuring the opportunities and experiences offered reflect the equality and cultural diversity of all children. Making sure you adhere to and implement all nursery policies and procedures. Being sure to adhere to the allergy and dietary requirements of each child
It is also important when working at Cherrytree where possible to have a current Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding Certificates (although necessary training will be provided if these are not currently held).

We can offer you:

Competitive wages (please note there is some flexibility on pay level dependent on qualifications and experience) Training and development opportunities Full enhanced DBS check Please forward your CV (including a contact telephone number, email address and contact details for two referees) with a cover letter/email. A company application form will be sent to you to complete if this initial stage is successful. This can be completed by hand and sent to us by post or via email
If your application is unsuccessful any information provided by you as part of your application will be destroyed once an appointment has been made unless you personally agree to do otherwise.

If your application is successful, any information provided by you will be held until the termination of your employment, in line with your contract.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 24 per week

Schedule:

Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends
Language:

English (required)
Location:

Ashford TN24 0PF (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025