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Early Years Practitioner Job Specification (Horsham Area):

Role - Early Years Practitioner

Location - Horsham (Good transport links and free parking available)

Contract - Full-Time (5 days a week) or Part-Time considered

Hours - 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-time)

Operational Hours - Term-time only (38 weeks/year), open 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Key Requirements

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Qualification: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (Essential), with a full and relevant qualification to be counted in staff ratios.

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Experience: 1 year experience in Nursery or Childcare with under 5s (Preferred).

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Knowledge: Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the Birth to Five curriculum (Essential).

Core Duties & Responsibilities

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Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 1-5 years within a small, friendly team.

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Work five full days a week (or agreed part-time hours).

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Adhere to all playgroup policies and procedures.

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Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary - £21,000 per annum (dependent on age and qualification)

Pension - Company pension scheme available

Development - Free training courses available (including Child Protection, Food Hygiene, and First Aid)

Perks - Casual dress, free parking, employee discount/store discount, health & wellbeing programme, and complimentary tea/coffee.

Screening - Subject to an enhanced DBS check