Playgroup Assistant Level 3 (Fulltime)

Your Co-op; Seaham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Your Co-op is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their Little Pioneers nurseries in Seaham. This role offers flexible, part-time working hours and the opportunity to contribute to quality early education and care. Successful candidates will hold a full early years qualification and demonstrate a passion for working with children. Career growth opportunities and additional perks such as discounts are also provided.

Benefits

Up to 20% off food shopping

£500 off holidays

60% off childcare fees

Wellbeing resources and tools

Up to 3 days to volunteer during working hours

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check covered by the employer.
• Ability to inspire and work effectively with children.

Responsibilities

• Support education and development of key children through high-quality teaching.
• Deliver outstanding care and meet performance standards in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Passionate about early years

Collaboration

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.

Offering flexible and part-time working hours between 7am - 6.30pm, with options for 2-4 day working weeks 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.
• Supporting the education and development of key children through high-quality teaching and learning.
• Collaborating with the team to deliver outstanding 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 attitude.
• 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 such as nursery manager.
• Learning and Development: Support through supervisions, personal development plans, learning resources, and apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and Perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, 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 and more considerate generation. Your skills will help us achieve outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children.