About us:
Lewknor Preschool is a friendly, community-based preschool in the village of Lewknor, Oxfordshire. We provide high-quality early years care and education, including outdoor learning sessions, in a warm and welcoming setting.
The role:
We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our core team. You will help deliver safe, stimulating and inclusive care and education in line with the EYFS framework, with flexible part-time hours that fit around family life.
You will:
- Act as a keyworker for a group of children
- Provide high-quality care, learning and play opportunities
- Support children's emotional wellbeing and development
- Contribute to observations, planning and assessments
- Manage snack and lunch periods, including food hygiene and allergy awareness
- Work closely with colleagues, parents and carers
What we're looking for
- Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding training
- Food Hygiene Level 2 certification
- Wellcomm trained and Disability Awareness
- If qualified after Jan 2024, DfE Maths & English Level 2 requirements met
- Enhanced DBS check and suitable references
Desirable: Wellcomm Toolkit, Early Help, Oral Health, Healthy Weight and SEND Awareness training.
What we offer:
- Part time, term time only hours, ideal for work-life balance -
- Monday 8.00am - 12.00pm | Tuesday 8.00am - 12.30pm | Wednesday & Thursday 8.00am - 3.30pm | Friday 8.00am - 12.00pm.
- Optional additional hours through our Outdoor Learning Provision
- Training and development opportunities (we will train the right applicant)
- A supportive, close-knit team in a beautiful village setting
How to apply
Email your CV and covering letter to [email protected] with the subject line "Job Application EY Practitioner".
Lewknor Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Pay: £14,107.50-£16,458.75 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
