Supply Childcare Practitioner

Goodwin Development Trust; Hull and East Yorkshire, Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated charity in Hull is seeking a flexible Supply Childcare Practitioner to work across their nurseries. The role involves promoting child welfare, adapting to different needs, and supporting team leaders. Candidates must have at least a Level 2 Early Years qualification and experience in similar settings. The organization offers various perks and values commitment to child welfare.

Benefits

CycleScheme

Gym Discounts

TechScheme

Discounted Tastecard

Group Life Insurance

Free Counselling Service

Length of Service Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience working in an Early Years setting is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Children’s Centres is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt and support team leaders during absences.

Responsibilities

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children.
• Support staffing needs and keep daily tasks running smoothly.
• Provide a stimulating environment for children's development.
• Assist Senior Early Years Practitioner in caring for children.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Child-focused approach

Education

Early Years qualification minimum Level 2

Job description

Job Advert

We are a locally rooted, long-established charity, employing over 150 staff, who are dedicated to supporting the residents of Hull by providing a wide range of services including affordable housing, training and development, employment services, youth facilities, personal care and fighting poverty. We would love to have you on board with us to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life.

Supply Childcare Practitioner

Zero Hour
£10.50 if Level 2, £10.88 if L3

The Octagon and Fenchurch nurseries are looking to recruit flexible nursery practitioners to work across both sites to cover staff sickness, training and holidays on a flexible basis. Practitioners should be able to adapt their skills to work with a range of children from 0 – 5 years old.

Responsibilities

• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons in accordance with the Childcare Act 2004.
• To support the room lead and staff team in covering absent staff, caring for children and helping room leaders to keep the day‑to‑day running of the rooms going smoothly.
• To provide a stimulating, well‑resourced and welcoming environment, both inside and outdoors, which supports children’s all‑round development and emotional well‑being; and provides a range of experiences that develop children’s independence and cooperation.
• To support the Senior Early Years Practitioner in the care, education and well‑being of the children in the room you are in.

Qualifications and Experience

• Have Early Years qualification minimum Level 2.
• Have experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Have the ability to adapt and be flexible enough to work with different children and staff and support the team leader during times of staff absence.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Have knowledge and understanding of Children’s Centres.
• Have knowledge of child development and ability to remain child‑focused.

What can we offer you?

• CycleScheme
• Gym Discounts
• TechScheme
• Discounted Tastecard (this provides access to hundreds of discounts!)
• Group Life Insurance
• Free Counselling Service
• Length of Service Rewards

Closing date

Ongoing

How to apply

To Apply for this role please visit our website.

EEO statement

Goodwin Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruiting procedures through references and DBS checks.