Early Years Worker ( Maternity Cover) - Berwick

Northumberland County Council; Spittal; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Spittal is seeking a motivated Early Years Worker to join their Cubs & Kits Daycare Nursery and Pre-School. This part-time position (18.5 hours per week) involves working with children aged 6 months to 4 years, requiring a minimum level 3 Early Years qualification. Responsibilities include completing assessments and collaborating with families and agencies to support child development. The role offers a supportive team environment and benefits including annual leave and enrollment in the local pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with babies/children aged 6 months to 4 years.
• Sound understanding of child development.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

Responsibilities

• Complete children's assessments.
• Communicate with families and partner agencies.
• Support children's development in a nursery setting.

Skills

Good communication skills

Self-motivated

Reliability

Teamwork

Outdoor activities enthusiasm

Education

Minimum level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen in our Cubs & Kits Daycare Nursery and Pre-School, for us to recruit one 18.5 hours per week Early Years Worker post. This is a fixed term post, covering maternity leave, based at our Berwick Family Hub.

We are looking for an individual who has good communication skills, is self‑motivated, reliable and enjoys working as part of a busy team. You will have had experience of working with babies/children 6months - 4 years old, in an Early Years setting, hold a minimum level 3 Early Years qualification, have a sound understanding of child development and the needs of young children along with a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and Practice. You will also be competent completing children's assessments and working and communicating with families and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for children and families. With our Forest School provision within our setting, you will have a love of the outdoors.

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part‑time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

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