Early Year Practitioner Little Owls Preschool is nestled in its own private, self-contained Woodland at Itchen Valley Country Park, our Ofsted registered Woodland Preschool offers children over 2 years 9 months the opportunity to start their journey into education in a beautiful, outdoor setting. You will be part of a staff and volunteer team that will plan and deliver sessions in our OFSTED registered Woodland Preschool for children aged 2 to 5, providing opportunities for children to realise their full potential, to learn new skills, develop confidence and a positive self-image. The Preschool is based in the woodland and the children are outside all the time, in all weathers; there is indoor space available should they wish to use it - most don't! We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners, over the age of 18, who is committed to making a difference to the lives of children and young people. You will have a full and relevant Early Years qualification. You will need to be reliable, approachable and caring and have previous experience of working in an Early Years setting and planning and delivering effective learning opportunities. You will have a sound understanding of the EYFS framework and knowledge of the quality standards required by Ofsted. Location: Little Owls Woodland Preschool, Itchen Valley Country Park Salary: 12 per hour Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.30am until 3.30pm term time only Start date: 24th February 2025 Type: Permanent Benefits 91% of staff say we are living our charitys values and behaviours. Generous annual leave (minimum of 32 days holiday a year, increasing with length of service) Additional time off at Christmas Fair rates of pay (starting salaries aligned to Living Wage Foundation) Company pension scheme Health care scheme Options for flexible working Annual staff away day Annual whole staff team building day Comprehensive and ongoing training Investors in People accreditation Christmas Party and other socials TPBN1_UKTJ
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Early Years Practitioner