Early Years Practitioner
Pay: £10.85 - £12.71 per hour (dependent on age and qualification)
Hours: Part-Time | 3 days per week (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Term: Term time only (38 weeks per year)
Location: Hills Farm Lane (Close to town centre with excellent transport links)
Essential Requirements
- Qualifications: Must be Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Early Years Childcare (must hold a full, recognized qualification to be counted in ratios).
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of the EYFS framework (we follow the Birth to Five curriculum).
- Safeguarding: This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
About Us
Kookaburra Playgroup is a small, friendly, family-run playgroup catering to children aged 1-5 years. We are looking for a fun and enthusiastic individual to join our close-knit team of four practitioners.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have previous experience working with children under 5 (desirable).
- Possess excellent communication skills.
- Be a reliable team player who can also work well on their own initiative.
- Strictly adhere to all playgroup policies and procedures.
What We Offer:
- Pension scheme.
- Ongoing training opportunities (Child Protection, Food Hygiene, and First Aid training can be arranged).
- A welcoming work environment with plenty of free tea and coffee.
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Horsham, West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Only candidates with a level 2 or 3 qualified with a full a relevant qualification in childcare will be considered
Experience:
- Nursery Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2/3 childcare (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
