Job Advertisement: Childminder Assistant
Location: Huyton
Position Type: Full-Time, Maternity cover
Start Date: April/May 2026
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Hourly Rate: £13.50
About Us
Little Daisies is a home-based childminding setting based in Huyton. We are a three person team. We pride ourselves on offering a warm, nurturing, and caring environment that truly feels like a home from home. Our mission is to provide outstanding early years care that supports the physical, emotional, and educational development of every child in our setting.
Role Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Childminder Assistant, to cover maternity leave from the end of September 2026 to the end of July 2027.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to making a positive difference in children’s lives and is eager to grow within a supportive and professional childcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for all children in your care.
- Deliver high-quality care and emotional support tailored to each child’s individual needs.
- Build strong and open relationships with parents, including providing daily updates.
- Plan and facilitate fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities in line with the 2025 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for childminders.
- Participate in daily routines including meal preparation, toileting, nappy changing, hygiene, sleep routines, and general care.
- Support children's learning through outings and community-based activities.
- Collaborate with other team members to provide outstanding care for children aged 0–5 years.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (Level 3 preferred).
- Previous experience working with children under 5 in a childcare setting (e.g. nursery, preschool, childminding, or nannying).
- Valid Paediatric First Aid certificate, or willingness to complete training prior to start date (provided).
- Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one through us (cost covered).
- Confident in leading activities and engaging children independently.
- Strong commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of children.
- Fluent in spoken English; additional languages are an asset.
What We Offer
- Free lunch, snacks, tea, and coffee
- Paid lunch breaks
- pro rota paid leave (including bank holidays)
- Casual dress code
- Free parking
- Comprehensive safeguarding training
- Paediatric first aid training (if required)
- Enhanced DBS check (if required)
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development
- A warm and supportive working environment
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about working with children and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please apply on Indeed or alternatively send your CV to [email protected].
Please Note:
The successful candidate will be required to complete a paediatric first aid course (off-site) and safeguarding training (delivered on-site), as well as undergo an enhanced DBS check, all of which will be arranged and funded by us.
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
