Kookaburra Playgroup is a small family run playgroup, situated behind the scout hut on Hills Farm Lane. Open Monday - Friday 8.30-3.30pm, term time only (open for 38 weeks of the year), catering for children aged 1-5 years.
We are looking for a fun and enthusiastic person to come and join our friendly team of 4 practitioners. Must be level 2 or 3 qualified in Early Years Childcare, and have a full and relevant qualification to be counted in ratios.
Position: Maternity Cover for 12 months
Full Time - 5 days per week 8.30am -4.30pm
Would also consider 2 part time positions, either 1 x 2 days per week and 1 x 3 days per week
Part Time - 2/3 days per week 8.30am -4.30pm
We have good transport links (plenty of bus stops within walking distance) and we are close to the town centre. Pension scheme available and lots of tea and coffee provided at work.
Qualifications and Skills
- Level 2 or 3 practitioner required, with a recognised qualification in Early Years essential.
- Experience with under 5's desirable.
- Training: Child Protection, Food Hygiene, and First Aid training can be arranged.
- Subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The right candidate must have:
- Good communication skills.
- Be able to work well within a team and on own.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures followed by the playgroup.
- Good knowledge of the EYFS essential. We follow the Birth to Five curriculum.
Additional:
- Training courses available.
- Salary: Age and qualification dependent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Horsham RH12 1TZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you level 2 or 3 qualified with a full a relevant qualification in childcare
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
