Job Description

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

At Dandelions, we really value our staff. We are committed to both employee wellbeing 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 being 0830hrs - 1530hrs.

Due to the preschool already being at full capacity for the next academic year, we are seeking an additional member of staff to join our team.

We can be flexible on working days; but you must be able to do an 0830hrs start - please contact Dandelions to discuss further.

The setting is committed to both employee wellbeing 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.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Employee discount Free flu jabs On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Basingstoke: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Early childhood education: 2 years (required) key worker: 1 year (required) Childcare: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/05/2025