Playgroup Assistant Level 3

Your Co-op; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading childcare provider as an Early Years Practitioner, focusing on nurturing children's education and development in a fun and supportive environment. Opportunities for career growth and a range of perks, including discounts and wellness resources, make this a rewarding position in the Little Pioneers nurseries.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Learning and Development Support

Up to 20% off food shopping

£500 off holidays

60% off childcare fees

Wellbeing resources and tools

Up to 3 days to volunteer

Qualifications

• Qualified as an Early Years Practitioner.
• Enhanced DBS check required (covered by employer).
• Open, honest, and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to achieve outstanding results for children's outcomes.
• Support education and development of children.
• Ensure performance standards in care and early education.

Skills

Compassion

Inspiration

Passion for Early Years

Education

Full and relevant early years qualification

Job description

About the role:

As an Early Years Practitioner, the learning never stops. That's why we give you opportunities to learn and develop the skills needed to build your career in our Little Pioneers nurseries. We are seeking a qualified professional to help us deliver our vision of being the leading childcare provider.

Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible hours, we have positions to suit your work-life balance.

What will the role involve?

• Working in collaboration with Quality Training Advisors to achieve outstanding results in the room and for children's outcomes.
• Supporting the education and development of your key children through high-quality teaching and learning.
• Collaborating with the team to deliver excellent care and early education, ensuring performance standards are met.

Who are we looking for?

• 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?

• Career Growth: Opportunities for progression within the nursery and society-wide, including roles like nursery manager.
• Learning and Development: Support through supervisions, personal development plans, and access to learning resources, including LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and Perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, potentially saving up to £7000 annually.
• Wellbeing: Resources and tools for financial and mental wellbeing, including wellness apps.
• Doing Good Together: Up to 3 days to volunteer during working hours.

Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun to nurture a kinder, more considerate generation. Your skills in education and development will support our mission to be rated outstanding by colleagues, families, and children alike.