Job Description

Salary: 12.50 - 14.50 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Hours of work: The hours for this role Thursdays 8am-6pm and Friday 8am-4pm

Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a part time Key Worker to our growing Early Years Team. We are looking for someone who is comfortable, enthusiastic and passionate about being responsible for helping young children feel safe and cared for in a nurturing environment. In this role you will be responsible for observing and developing pupils' learning within our Early Years team (in either Nursery, children aged 2 turning 3 or Kindergarten, children aged 3 turning 4), supporting the Early Years Room Leader.

You will work with the team to plan activities, circle times and next steps to support children's ongoing development. You will hold a Level 2, or ideally a Level 3, Early Years qualification (or have qualified teacher status, ideally with Early Years experience) and will be looking to work in a school that grows fruitful people through innovation and a commitment to professional growth, and prioritises positive relationships.

For any candidates who are interested in picking up additional work in the school holidays, there is an option to support with our holiday provision via our Leisure Centre - Monkton Minis and Muckers. This is an optional role to apply for and is in no way an expectation or requirement of this Early Years Key Worker position.

Please see the candidate information pack on our website for more information.

What we need from you:

Hold a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (or have QTS) Previous experience working with children aged 2-4 years Be enthusiastic, energetic, and engaging with young children Have good knowledge of child development in the Early Years curriculum Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Have the ability to work well in a team and collaborate effectively with colleagues Have a passion for working with children and supporting their growth and development

What we offer:

Free lunch during working hours 3x salary Life Assurance 75% discount at the Monkton Leisure sports club (pro-rated for part-time) 25 days paid annual leave, plus 8 additional bank holidays (33 total, not during term time unless pre-authorised) An Employee Assistance Programme through Help@Hand, including free access to online GPs, Physiotherapists, Lifestyle Coaches, and wellbeing support A 500 recommend a friend bonus scheme if someone you refer is successfully appointed Free parking Give as you Earn Scheme - Tax efficient charitable giving Cycle2work scheme and techscheme (salary sacrifice) 5% employer pension contributions Discounts at hundreds of shops, restaurants and cinemas via the Monkton Benefit Hub The opportunity to work in a supportive and fun community

Safeguarding

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

How to apply

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of our Work with us page (https://www.monktoncombeschool.com/key-information/work-with-us) . Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department (recruitment@monkton.org.uk) with details of your qualifications and experience.

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181.

Early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.50-14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025