Preschool Assistant / Early Years Practitioner L1/2

Job Description

Fixed contract to July 2023; term time only8.45am to 3.15pmBetween 10-19 hours per week until July 2023.The role may lead to a permanent or further fixed term basis after July 2023Rate of Pay: Dependent upon experience but competitiveThe preschool were representing is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join their setting, they are a team of dedicated professionals who provide care for up to 30 children between the ages of 2 to 5 years.Education to Early Years and Childcare NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) with relevant experience in a similar setting is desirable, although they are happy to accept applications from those without a qualification who are willing to start a Level 2 or 3qualification soon after employment commences. This role would then be as a preschool assistant until full qualification has been obtained. All basic training will be provided (including Child Protection and Paediatric First Aid). We welcome applications fromthose with a thoughtful and caring nature who appreciate the need for a fun and flexible approach to childcare. This role will involve some SEN enhanced 1:1 support work, we would welcome applications from those with previous experience in this. We would beespecially interested in candidates with Forest School experience or an interest in this area.You must be able to engage effectively with parents and other professionals; provide high quality care complying with the Early Years Foundation Stage guidelines and the SEN Code of Practice; work collaboratively with others; and perform well in a busy andhappy environment.You will be required to attend staff training meetings and sessions outside of normal opening hours around seven times per academic a year.The hours of work for this position are between 8.45am and 3.15pm, during term time only. The contract is initially for between 10-19 hours per week. This contract is for a fixed term from appointment following a successful interview process through to July2023 only. There is potential this could lead to a further fixed term contract after July 2023.The preschool is committed to safeguarding and therefore the successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced DBS and provide two satisfactory references prior to commencing employment. And it is essential you can prove your right to work in theUK.To apply please send through your CV and we will be in touch to send you an application pack.Please note due to their location candidates will ideally be located in the Cambridge, Sawston, Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Royston or Linton areas.Zero Surplus is East Anglias premier recruitment agency, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across Cambridgeshire and the East of England.For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus Privacy Policy.