Job Description

About us

You will support the team with covering annual leave and sickness on a casual contract. You will be part of a staff and volunteer team that will plan and deliver sessions in our OFSTED registered Woodland Preschool for children aged 2 to 5, providing opportunities for children to realise their full potential, to learn new skills, develop confidence and a positive self-image. The Preschool is based in the woodland and the children are outside all the time, in all weathers; there is indoor space available should they wish to use it -most don't

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All activities are run in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage and focus on the individual interests of the children and their environment. At our Preschool, it is our aim to assist children to develop their emotional, social, and communicative skills as well as academic skills such as pre-reading, pre-writing, counting, size and shape recognition, and problem solving.

We promote creative skills including music and art, and physical skills to improve their balance, movement, and awareness of the world around them. Our After School Clubs provide lots of fun and engaging activities for children to take part in after their school day

About the role

You will be part of a staff and volunteer team that will plan and deliver sessions to the children, providing opportunities for them to realise their full potential, to learn new skills, develop confidence and a positive self-image.

About you

We are looking for compassionate, enthusiastic individuals, over the age of 18, who are committed to making a difference to the lives of children and young people. Ideally, you will have a relevant Early Years qualification.

You will need to be reliable, approachable, and caring and have previous experience of working in an Early Years/childcare setting and planning and delivering effective learning opportunities. You will have a sound understanding of the EYFS framework and knowledge of the quality standards required by Ofsted

Why us?

Our staff are our most valuable asset, and as such we aim to make sure the team feels appreciated. We offer:

- Fair and competitive rates of pay

- Company pension scheme

- Discounted childcare

- Generous Annual Leave (25 days + bank holidays increasing with length of service)

- Commitment to personal development and welfare

- Options for flexible working

- Internal Outdoor Learning Training days

- 1 staff away day each year

- Health care scheme

- Staff social events

Location:

Little Owls Preschool, Itchen Valley Country Park

Hours:

Various hours available

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Monday to Friday between 9am to 6pm

Start date:

October 2025

Type:

Casual / Bank Staff

Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Queries -

If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact admin@youthoptions.org.uk or 01794 525510

Pre-employment Checks

- Employment with Youth Options will be subject to the following checks prior to your start date a satisfactory police record check to include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check receipt of two satisfactory references proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Are you over 18 years old? Do you have EYCC qualifications?
Work Location: In person