Job Description

Dandelions Community Pre-school, based in Hatch Warren, Basingstoke are looking for an experienced, passionate and qualified early years practitioner to join our small and friendly team.

At Dandelions, we really value our staff. We are committed to both employee well-being and supporting professional development. We provide a safe and happy environment for both children, their families and our staff team.

We are in a purpose-built setting within the grounds of St Marks CofE Primary School and operate term-time only. Our core hours are 0830hrs - 1500hrs. We are ideally looking for someone with a minimum of 3 days a week - up to 5 days a week.

We can be flexible on working days, so we can consider either a full-time or part-time position - please contact Dandelions to discuss further.

The setting is committed to both employee well-being and supporting professional development.

The Role

To provide safe, high-quality education and care for the pre-school children To fulfil legal and statutory requirements To work as a key-worker and as part of the Pre-School team under the direction of the Pre-School Manager To complete observations and ensure children's next steps in learning and development are met. Identifying if a child needs early support and knowing how you can support this. To attend parent meetings and work collaboratively with outside agencies. To help maintain the reputation of the setting To understand the duty of care to the children and families that attend Dandelions To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff which is acquired as part of the job
The ideal candidate will

hold a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential) have previous experience working within Early Years. have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage; including safeguarding knowledge. be fun, energetic and have a passion for wanting to provide the best care possible to all children.
This job is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974. All employees will be subject to background checks, enhanced DBS checks and reference checks.

This position offers an enriching environment where you can develop your career within early years education while making a meaningful difference in young lives.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Early Years Level 3 qualification (required)
Work Location: In person