At Freedom Care, we believe that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired. We are a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care and nurturing environments for children. We pride ourselves on our family-feel culture, where staff are respected, developed, and genuinely valued.
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced and nurturing
Childcare Practitioner
to work with a family in the Bournemouth Area. Must be Ofsted Registered or willing to gain Ofsted registration.
The family have two children, they are aged 10yrs and 12yrs.
Pay rates
16.50 - once Ofsted registered
Hours
The hours are variable depending on mum's shifts. Mornings, afternoons, full days and over nights - 3 to 4 weeks notice of shifts in advance. Average 30 to 40 hours a month.
An example of a shift pattern:
Green Weeks (study) - required on average 10hrs per week
After school 15:00 to 18:00 once or twice per week
Weekend days (1 or 2 per month) 09:00 - 18:00
School Holidays 09:00 - 17:00
Blue Weeks (hospital) - required on average 20hrs per week
Weekday mornings 06:00 to 09:00 (children up at 07:00 to school 08:30)
After School 15:00 to 20:00 or 15:00 to 18:00
Nights 18:00 to 09:00
Weekend days / Bank holidays / School Holidays 06:00 - 20:00
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality care to children in a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment
Work closely with the family, schools, and professionals to ensure consistent care
Take to and from school, also to weekend clubs and activities
Preparation of meals
Encourage healthy routines and completion of homework
Light housework
Requirements
Level 3 in Childcare
Ofsted registered or willing to gain registration
Must be a driver and have use of a car for work purposes
Knowledge of safeguarding
Creative, patient, and emotionally resilient
Must complete mandatory training, hold or obtain an enhanced DBS, and or be registered on the update service
(Costs covered and support provided by Freedom Care)
Why Join Freedom Care?
Competitive hourly pay
Travel allowance after 15 miles or 30 minutes
Zero-hour contracts to suit your lifestyle
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive supervision and a friendly, family-feel team
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
Join Us
Are you ready to help shape brighter futures for young children? Apply today and be part of the Freedom Care family.
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