Lunchtime Early Years Practitioner – Forest School

Shorefields; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bishop's Forest Pre School is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to provide lunchtime supervision for 2 hours, three days a week during term time. The role requires an eligible EYFS qualification with experience supporting children 3-5, a strong safeguarding mindset and the ability to work well within a small forest school team.

You will help maintain a safe, encouraging outdoor environment and support children’s wellbeing and independent learning in a woodland setting.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised early years qualification suitable for working with 3-5 year olds and meeting EYFS staff ratios.
• Experience working with children under 5 in EYFS, pre-school, nursery or similar.
• Understanding of EYFS principles, safeguarding and child development; warm, patient and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Provide lunchtime cover for 2 hours, three days a week during term time.
• Support outdoor play and create a safe, engaging environment.
• Work with the existing early years team to promote wellbeing and learning.

Skills

EYFS qualification

Experience with under 5

Safeguarding awareness

Team player

Lunchtime supervision

Job description

Bishop's Forest Pre School is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to provide lunchtime supervision for 2 hours, three days a week during term time. The role requires an eligible EYFS qualification with experience supporting children 3-5, a strong safeguarding mindset and the ability to work well within a small forest school team.

You will help maintain a safe, encouraging outdoor environment and support children’s wellbeing and independent learning in a woodland setting.