Whiteshill Playgroup, Stroud, GL6 6AN

PATA; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 16,820 - 17,509; Part time

Job summary

A local playgroup in Gloucester is seeking Playgroup Bank Staff for a part-time, term-time-only position. Successful applicants will support the day-to-day running of the playgroup, mainly covering for illness and busy periods. The ideal candidate should possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education & Childcare, be proactive, and motivated to assist the team. The playgroup caters to children aged 2-4 and offers a fun, stimulating environment through play-based activities.

Qualifications

• Applicants should possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education & Childcare or equivalent.
• Be proactive and motivated to assist the existing team.
• Help deliver play-based activities for children.

Responsibilities

• Cover for illness and busy periods.
• Assist in the day-to-day running of the setting.
• Support children's learning and development.

Skills

Proactive

Motivated

Experience with children aged 2-4

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education & Childcare

Job description

Playgroup Bank Staff required - Term Time Only, Part-Time, Temporary Position. Pay: £12.21 per hour, rising to £12.71 from 1 April 2026.

Whiteshill Playgroup has been serving the families of Whiteshill and the wider Stroud area since 1985. We have a fantastic team, all of whom are professional, enthusiastic, and passionate about early years education.

We are seeking experienced early years practitioners to join our bank staff team, mostly covering for illness, busy periods, and other unexpected events. The role is on an ad hoc basis, but it’s likely that at least one successful applicant will be offered one day a week until the end of the academic year.

The playgroup is open daily during term time from 8:30am - 3:00pm, Tuesday to Friday, and welcomes children between 2 and 4 years old.

Applicants should possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education & Childcare or equivalent, and be proactive and motivated to assist the existing team in the day-to-day running of the setting. You will help deliver play-based activities for the children that foster a fun and stimulating environment, and support their learning and development in accordance with the EYFS framework.

Address: Chequers Bridge Centre,Painswick Road,Gloucester, GL4 6PR