Playgroup Assistant Level 2

Your Co-op; Seaham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Your Co-op is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Little Pioneers nurseries in Seaham, focusing on nurturing child development through a team-based approach. The role offers flexible working hours, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal wellbeing.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Learning and development resources

Discounts on food shopping

Generous childcare fee discount

Volunteering days

Wellbeing support resources

Qualifications

• Passion for early years education and working with children.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Open and honest in communication.

Responsibilities

• Support education and development of key children through quality teaching.
• Work collaboratively with Quality Training Advisors.
• Ensure outstanding care and performance standards.

Skills

Compassion

Inspiration

Team Collaboration

Education

Full and relevant early years qualification

Job description

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About the role:

As an Early Years Practitioner the learning never stops. That’s why we give you the opportunities to learn and develop the skills you need to build your career in our Little Pioneers nurseries. We are looking for a qualified professional to help us deliver our vision of being the leading Childcare provider.
Offering flexible and part time working between the hours of 7am - 6.30pm, with the option of 2-4 day working weeks available. We have positions to suit your work life balance.
What will the role involve?
•As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work in unity with the Quality Training Advisors to achieve all-round outstanding results in the room and outcomes for children
•As a key part of the team, you will be responsible for supporting the education and development of your key children, through outstanding quality of teaching and learning
•Collaborating as part of a team to deliver outstanding care, early education and ensure performance standards are consistently met.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a special someone who will work their magic to achieve all-round outstanding results and outcomes for our children
•Full and relevant early years qualification (essential)
•An Enhanced DBS check (we’ll cover the costs)
•Open, honest and compassionate
•Inspiring and passionate about early years and working with children

What can we offer you?

Our roles come with a fantastic set of benefits which really make a difference for you
Career Growth – Progression opportunities within the nursery as well as opportunities society wide. Little Pioneers’ unique values means anyone can develop into various roles including a nursery manager or further – all you need are dreams and aspirations.
Learning and Development – We give you the support you need to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours through one-to-one supervisions, personal development plans and access to learning resources and activities, as well as joining one of our award-winning LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
Discounts and Perks – receive up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays and a phenomenal 60% off your childcare fees which could add up to a £7000 saving a year!
Wellbeing – We are committed to supporting your wellbeing and have a variety of wellness resources and tools available to you such as our financial and mental wellbeing apps.
Doing Good Together - Not only this, but we also give you up to 3 days to volunteer within working hours!
Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach puts a premium on fun which ultimately is intended to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills in the education and development of your key children will help us on our mission to ensure our colleagues, families, and children all rate us as outstanding.