Job Description

Are you passionate about early years education? Do you thrive in a caring, playful, and child-led environment?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and nurturing team on a maternity cover basis!

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (with flexibility for cover), 38 weeks per year

Deadline to Apply: Friday, 11th July 2025 Interview Week: w/c Monday, 14th July 2025

We are looking for someone who holds a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, has at least 1 year's experience in Early Years Education, loves working as part of a team and brings energy, care, and creativity to their work!

You will support children aged 2-4 to learn through play, exploration, and imagination in our inclusive preschool setting. As part of our key worker system you will maintain records for your key worker children and communicate with parents regarding their child's progress.

You will be supported to recognise safeguard concerns and understand how to respond to these. It is a bonus if you also have any of the following: Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding Level 2+, SEND experience or a Food Hygiene certificate.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. At Cogenhoe Preschool we take our roles and responsibilities seriously. We value the principles of Safer Recruitment procedures. As a result all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, require at least two professional references and additional recruitment checks, including online searches, to ensure we continue our strong culture of safeguarding.

Email us at: manager@cogenhoepreschool.org.uk or call the preschool on: 07842 548367. Application forms available from the preschool or via email - don't miss out!

Join us and help give our youngest learners the best possible start!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.30-12.70 per hour

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/07/2025
Reference ID: Early Years Practitioner Maternity Cover
Expected start date: 01/10/2025