Preschool Assistant

Preschool Assistant

Located in the heart of Leckhampton, Broadlands is a thriving community preschool in a lovely setting. Open during term time, we care for approximately 50 children, aged between 2 and 5 years, over 10 sessions. Our most recent Ofsted visit received a rating of Good with Outstanding elements. Broadlands is a popular setting, currently with most days running at full capacity. The Broadlands staff team are a friendly group and are supported by an active Committee of Volunteers.

We are now looking to appoint to a Preschool Assistant to start ASAP. Hours as follows Tuesday9am-3.45pm, Thursday 9am-3.45pm, Thursday 9am-3.45pm Broadlands currently runs sessions between 9am and 3.30pm weekdays during term time. Staff are required to work beyond these hours to set up and tidy up and to attend meetings.

You will be a confident, enthusiastic person who has an excellent rapport with children aged 2-5 who is able to inspire them to be creative and have fun in a learning environment. You will have a Level 2/3 full and relevant childcare qualification.

The Broadlands team are a friendly group, and we are looking for someone who has superb communication skills and works well with others.

Previous experience in a childcare setting is necessary together with a real enthusiasm for creating a fun environment in which children can learn.

A clear understanding of, and commitment to, both safeguarding requirements and equal opportunities will be necessary.

The successful applicant will have a flexible attitude to work.

Posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the successful candidate will have to undergo a compulsory enhanced criminal records check. Broadlands Preschool Centre is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, staff, and volunteers and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter by email: [email protected] or telephone: 01242 256354

Pay: £13.26 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person