Early Years Assistant 1 part-time position – 15 hours each per week), Litherland, Merseyside, £17,336 pro-rata; £9.50 per hour
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Early Years Assistant o work in our footprints@hattonhill nursery in Litherland, Merseyside! The nursery has recently gained a ‘good’ grade with Ofsted in all areas (September 2022 – report here), Inspectors commented that “children benefit from a highly successful transition programme when they join this nursery… children are confident and self-assured”, “children engage fully with the exciting activities on offer in this well-resourced nursery”, “partnerships with parents is a particular strength of this nursery”.
This is therefore a great opportunity for two experienced, hard-working Early Years Practitioners to work in the nursery with children aged 0-5.
You will provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery. You will need to have a good experience working in an Early Years setting (paid or voluntary) and at least a Level 2 qualification in Childcare, Education and Learning would be an advantage. You will help with ensuring the requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage are met. More details about the nursery can be found here
The successful applicants will meet the person specification. An enhanced DBS will be undertaken. The position15 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 6pm. Shifts will be over 5 days and a combination of 8am to 11am or 3pm to 6pm. Overtime will be additional as requestedhe role is paid at £9.50 per hour.
There are a number of benefits for the successful candidate as an employee of First Steps Enterprise Limited, including:
- Highly competitive salary
- Generous holiday scheme
- Discounted childcare at our nurseries
- Ongoing professional development, training and promotion opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Uniform provided
The nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families and expects all staff to share this commitment.
First Steps Enterprise Limited is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
We VERY strongly advise you to apply your skills and experience to the person specification when completing your application, which is via our online or downloadable form below. Choose ‘Early Years Assistant’ from the drop-down menu when completing the form for the position applied for. Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during early to mid-October 2022. No agencies, please.
If you are not working, you may be able to access assistance via our Directions programme, the staff of whom are completely separate from the recruitment and selection team.
Closing date: Please apply as soon as possible.
