(LE) Unqualified Early Years Practitioner

RAF Association; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and dynamic team at an innovative nursery where you will play a vital role in shaping children's early experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in creative play, support children's development, and build meaningful relationships with families. With a commitment to your professional growth, you will receive excellent training and development opportunities while enjoying the benefits of subsidised childcare and ample time off during the festive season. This role is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Refer a Friend bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Time off over Christmas

Onsite Gyms

Qualifications

• Hands-on and creative approach to activities.
• Ability to maintain safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage in messy and outdoor play activities.
• Help with meals and snacks.
• Keep records on children's progress.

Skills

Creativity in play activities

Record keeping

Safety and hygiene standards

Communication with families

Willingness to learn EYFS

Job description

Unqualified Early Years Practitioner

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Leeming, The Spinney, Northallerton DL7 9NJ

£12.26 per hour 37 hours per week

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff

• Refer a Friend bonus

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Time off over the Christmas period

• Onsite Gyms at set locations

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 20 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you’ll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues! We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to be able to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record your observations and updates. You’ll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.

About the role

A typical day in the role will include;

• Being hands on and creative with messy and outdoor play activities

• Helping with meals and snack times

• Keeping records on children’s progress and daily activities and adventures

• Maintaining highest standards of safety, cleanliness and hygiene

• Meet and greet families and build great relationships

• Be willing to learn from colleagues to understand EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

A full job description is available to view on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk before the closing date of Wednesday 14 May

Interviews are ongoing and we may close this advert early so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you