Early Years Practitioner, Permanent, Part Time, 20 hours per week, Term Time only, Monday – Friday 9am - 3pm. Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated professional to join our team as an Early Years Practitioner. This position requires a passionate individual who is committed to providing exceptional care and support to children in an early years setting.

Brief description of duties and responsibilities include ensuring that children are properly cared for and supervised; including feeding, self-care and changing nappies. Supporting children’s play and relationships, preparing meals and snacks, involving the children as much as possible. Ensure fruit and vegetables are purchased for snacks on a rota basis. Implement the principles of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage). Support children's independence and development. Monitor, track and record children's development and provide core feedback to parents in person and through tapestry, in conjunction with the manager, and carry out parent consultations events as required. To contribute to managing inventory, ordering materials resources and consumables. Keep the nursery clean, tidy and organised. Contribute to planning if necessary. Attending Friday morning review meeting and regular staff meetings. Working to promote safeguarding, equality and diversity and values in the setting. Administering First Aid and medication if qualified and filling in accident forms. Reporting Accidents to the management.

To apply please contact us on Email: info@stchristophersplaygroup.uk

Early Years SENCO Practitioner, Permanent, Part Time. Salary/Hourly Rate: Negotiable. Hours : 30 hours, Term Time only, Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm. Start Date: TBC.

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated professional to join our team as a SENCO Early Years Practitioner. This position requires a passionate individual who is committed to providing exceptional care and support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities in an early years setting.

If you have the necessary qualifications and experience, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young children, we encourage you to apply.

Brief description of duties and responsibilities include to manage SEND provision, ensuring individual requirements are met, monitor and record children's development and support children with special needs. To maintain records and communicate progress to parents and professionals regularly. You will assist in staff training on inclusive practices, collaborate with management for effective SEN provision and work with external agencies to support individualised provision. You will be able to implement the principles of EYFS, contribute to planning, activities, and routines as well as develop and implement personalised plans for children with special needs. Be able to support children's care, play, relationships, and development, support children with toileting and transitions, be able to administer First Aid and medication if qualified and filling in accident forms and report accidents to the management.

You will be required to have a Level 3 Qualification in early years education with experience as a SENCO. Have knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, development and learning needs and an ability to assess and access children's development whilst being caring and compassionate towards diverse needs.

To apply please contact us on Email: info@stchristophersplaygroup.uk

Lead Early Years Practitioner Position, Part-time, Fixed Term Contract Maternity Cover (until approximately Feb 25). Hours: Monday 8:30am – 3:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am – 1:15pm, Wednesday 8:30am – 3:30pm, Thursday 3hrs with 30mins PPA. The total hours would be 22 hours 15mins per week, 39 weeks a year (term time including INSETs). Total hours and days can be flexible for the right person. Salary range between £11.44 and £15.00 per hour subject to qualifications and experience.

We are a voluntary-run charity based in the Leigh Building, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in picturesque Nympsfield. We are open Monday to Friday, term time only.

We are looking for a kind, caring and reliable individual who is enthusiastic, uses their initiative and is very patient and adaptable. It is desirable (but not essential) for applicants to have First Aid and Safeguarding or be willing to complete this, at the cost of the setting. Applicants must have a minimum Level 3 qualification and experience in Early Years settings. Applicants will develop a good knowledge of the EYFS, be able to work as part of an established team and develop excellent communication skills. Please contact the setting to discuss any qualification or preference/availability to cover hours in the setting.

If you are interested in this opportunity and becoming part of our pre-school family, please contact the Pre-school by email on natalie.preschool22@gmail.com for an application form.

Closing date for applications is 2:30pm on Friday 10th May.

Observation and interviews taking place at the Pre-school, week commencing Monday 20th May.

The position will ideally commence with a handover period from the week of 24th June (hours to be confirmed but expected to be 18hrs and 45 minutes – i.e. no PPA required during handover).

WE ARE HIRING! Play Assistant, Term time 8:30am - 4:00pm. Competitive Pay.

We require someone with patience, understanding and positive energy!

Recognised Level 2 or higher in Early Years and Childcare qualification or equivalent Working knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage and Child Development.

For more information or to send a cv please email: info@nauntonpark.co.uk

Are you passionate about creating a joyful and educational environment for children?

We are seeking a dedicated Play Assistant to join our team at Uplands Playgroup. Hours: 29.5 hours per week, term time only and potential part time position. Pay: National Living Wage including Holidays and Pension scheme. Start: September 2024 with potential for early start in Summer term.

As a Play Assistant, you will have the opportunity to engage with children in imaginative play, foster their social skills, and contribute to their overall growth and development. Your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication will be vital in creating a safe and nurturing space for children to learn and explore.

Key Responsibilities include to collaborate with the childcare team to plan and implement engaging play activities, provide a supportive and encouraging environment for children to interact and learn, supervise and ensure the safety of children during playtime. To assist with the preparation and maintenance of play materials, maintain a clean and organised play area. To foster positive relationships with children, parents, and fellow staff members and demonstrate understanding of childcare best practices and principles.

You will be qualified to Level 3 in childcare and have previous experience working with children. Paediatric First Aid certification would be desirable.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of young learners! If you have a genuine love for children, a creative spirit, and a commitment to their well-being, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and passion for working with children to uplandsplaygroupcommittee@gmail.com

We look forward to welcoming a new Play Assistant who shares our dedication to creating a positive and enriching environment for children.

Playworker required, Permanent position, Term time only, Approx. 11 hours a week (can offer more or less if needed),  7:40am – 8:40am (Mon - Fri) and 3:15pm - 5:15pm (Mon - Weds). Start date to be arranged. 

Mother Goose is a relaxed, friendly play setting for children before and after school located at Eastington Primary School and Great Oldbury. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our growing business. Any qualifications or experience will be a bonus but not essential. All training will be provided. Possibility for more hours if needed. Pay will be determined on experience.

Please email beccypeg@hotmail.com.

Nursery Nurse/Nursery Assistant – Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 6:00pm and Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm. Permanent Position. Hours can be discussed but would be looking at a maximum of 42.5 hours a week. We are an open all year round nursery. Salary based on qualifications and/or experience.

Are you confident, enthusiastic and motivated with a large helping of fun, creativity and dedication?

We are looking for a nursery assistant to join our expanding team in our warm caring nursery. The candidate will need to be kind, caring and have a love for children. They need to be excited to watch children develop and have an ability to make everyday fun. Story times needs to be exhilarating and take the children’s imaginations too far off lands. They must be able to plan wonderful activities based on the children they have in the care and challenge them to learn new things on a daily basis. They must be prepared for hard work, keep children safe and have fantastic teamwork and communicative skills. If you are this person, we would love to hear from you.

In return you will be working with a fantastic team who put the children first at all times. Your voice will be heard and you will be valued by everyone.

For an application form please email Ellie or Carys at foxcubsnursery@hotmail.com or telephone 01452 857449.

We are looking for a Level 3 practitioner to join our team. The position is flexible and can offer a permanent or temporary contract. Full time or part time, all year round. 

Flying Start Nursery are a family-owned setting in the heart of the community. We are looking for someone who has a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification, experience of working in Early Years settings and passionate about helping children to learn.

To apply, email: info@fairfordnursery.co.uk or phone 01285 711711.

Due to an increased demand for places, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Play Practitioner with a Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification to join our pre-school team.

The role will commence in June 2024 and will be for approximately 40 hours per week, term-time only, with the possibility of additional flexible hours if required. Rate of pay is £12.50 per hour, with half pay in the school holidays. Candidates who are invited for interview will also be invited to a stay and play session.

We are looking for someone with a recognised Level 3 childcare qualification, experience of working in an early years environment with a good knowledge of the EYFS. You must enjoy supporting and understanding the importance of children’s learning and development through a variety of play-based activities and be able to provide a fun, stimulating and safe environment for a child to learn and grow.

Certificates in child protection and first aid will be required, but could be obtained during the probation period if necessary.

Job responsibilities include supporting a group of Key children and taking responsibility for their record keeping to carry out observations, planning and assessments. You will prepare and carry out activities to challenge and support the children’s learning and development, undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery, e.g. preparation of snack, meals and cleansing of equipment within in the pre-school. You will communicate effectively within the staff team and liaise with and supporting parents/carers.

Please email mittonmanorpreschool@btconnect.com for more information, a job description and an application form.

Application forms need to be returned by Friday 10th May 2024.

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3), Grade 5, (approx. Starting Salary £22,295), 37 hours per week - 39 weeks per year (includes INSET).

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join us in the running of a nursery and pre-school facility for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The nursery opened in September 2021 as part of Great Oldbury Primary Academy. This is a chance to join a highly experienced and professional team with the aim of providing an excellent early years setting for local children.

The successful candidates will be passionate about working in childcare, supporting a team and someone who relishes the challenge of keeping practice current and relevant. You will be responsible to the Nursery Manager. The desired candidate must be passionate about children’s learning and development, have excellent communication skills, enjoy getting messy and embrace all aspects of learning indoors and outdoors, whatever the weather. A successful applicant must have a keen belief in a child centred approach and learning through play. They will share our passion for providing a creative curriculum and will share our love of open-ended investigation and exploration.

Great Oldbury Primary Academy - Little Learners will benefit from being part of a multi-academy trust, the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance (GLA) which is rooted in a partnership ethos and a determination to ensure that young people receive an exceptional education. This provides enormous advantages for the successful candidates who will also have colleagues from other partner nurseries to share good practice and collaborate and moderate with. This includes a programme of continuous professional development and the sharing of specialist expertise and advice.

A level 3 early years qualification (NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent) is an essential requirement. All applicants must have at least 1 year experience working within an early years setting.

We will offer you a warm and welcoming school community, the opportunity to join a growing Multi Academy Trust, a commitment to developing your CPD, access to our reward and discount platform GLAdvantage and to our employee health and wellbeing service.

For more information, or to apply for the position, please email: coo@glatrust.org.uk

Closing date: 26th April 2024

Interview date: 7th May 2024

Start date: 2nd September 2024