Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

To work as a keyworker and as part of the preschool team to provide safe, high quality education and care for young children, including assisting with the delivery of individual learning and support activities for SEND children and those with additional needs.

[We are open to applications from candidates who are looking for a SENCO role - please indicate if this is your area of expertise when applying]

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested applicants will be required to complete our application form

Interviews week beginning 12th January 2026

MAIN DUTIES:

1. To assist with curriculum planning.

2. To help to set up the setting (inside and outdoors) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of a session, assisting with routine cleaning duties.

3. To act as a keyworker to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met, keeping ongoing records of observations and child development progress.

4. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation, including delivering differentiated development opportunities where required on a 121 basis.

5. To work as part of a team.

6. To advise the pre-school manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.

7. To challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed.

8. To positively manage children's behaviour.

9. To attend staff meetings.

10. To participate in parents' meetings, relevant community, and fundraising events.

11. To attend appropriate training courses and meetings as required.

12. To undertake other appropriate duties as directed by the Pre-School Manager and Deputy Deputy.

13. To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff which is learned as part of the job.

14. To understand and fully comply with all Policies and Procedures of St Paul's Beckenham Pre-school.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Qualifications - Essential

NVQ or equivalent Early Years qualification Level 3 or a Level 2 with a commitment to gaining Level 3 For SENCO applicants, any relevant qualifications and/or training courses

Qualifications - Desirable

Paediatric First Aid Certificate Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience/ Key Knowledge & Skills

3-5 years Experience working with children in a nursery or childcare setting Strong understanding of early childhood education principles Excellent communication skills to engage with children and parents Proficiency in English, both written and verbal
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.10-14.28 per hour

Experience:

Preschool: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person