Early Years Pre-school Practitioner

Chelford Village Preschool are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Pre-School Assistant for our wonderful committee led village Preschool.

Level 3 qualification in Early Years is desirable but not essential.

We are looking for a passionate and caring assistant to work within a small team to deliver exciting learning opportunities for children aged 2 to 4 years old. To provide safe, high-quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting.

The role involves:

- To work under direction from the manager and work as part of a team
- To work as a key person

Modelling the skills and behaviours that safeguard and support children
- Planning activities, recording observations and reporting to parents and manager on children’s progress.
- Building positive partnerships with parents
- Maintaining a high standard of care and service

Qualification and Experience:

- Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Early Years is desirable but not essential.
- Experience of working with young children ideally in a preschool/nursery setting, and knowledge and understanding of the EYFS is desirable.

As part of our commitment to the professional development of our assistants, we would support the successful applicant to undertake the relevant Level 3 qualification if required.

Position details:

- Working 6 months under probation
- Part time role: Minimum of 3 days/19.5 hours per week. Term time only/within school hours. Working days to be discussed.
- Hourly rate starting at £12.07 phr. for no qualified staff, £12.62 for level 3 qualified staff.

Expected start date: Flexible

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: Starting at £12.07 per hour

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

School type:

- Preschool
- Private nursery school

Application question(s):

- Do you hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification? This is desirable but not essential.
- Do you have any relevant experience with preschool/nursery aged children or working within Early Years and the EYFS.

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/05/2023
Reference ID: Early Years Practitioner Chelford Village Preschool