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13 November 2015
If you’re a qualified childcare professional or totally new to working in childcare, we may just have the right job for you!
Section 1: Jobs in early years Working with children aged 0 - 5 years Includes jobs in nurseries, playgroups, preschools and crèches
Section 2: National Apprenticeships Opportunities to earn while gaining a qualification in the workplace
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Early Years
ActiveKids Nursery 8 West Way, Hove, BN3 8LD
www.activekidsnursery.com
Senior Early Years Practitioner
£7.40 per hour
25 to 30 hours per week
ActiveKids is an open plan nursery operating on West Way in Hove, opposite Hangleton Library. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, all year round and we provide care and learning opportunities for children aged from 6 months to 5 years.
At Active Kids, we aim to promote an active and healthy lifestyle providing children with home cooked healthy meals, including breakfast, lunch and tea, healthy snacks and fresh drinking water and milk. We also aim to offer a safe open plan setting that stimulates the interests of the children who attend, as well as offering that home from home feel with mixed age ranges. We have a variety of outdoor spaces that allow the children in our care to grow in confidence, take risks, and explore the Forest School ethos when outside.
We are looking for a Senor Early Years Practitioner to join our team.
Applicants must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in early years and childcare; experience of managing a team in an early years setting; excellent communication skills and the confidence in forming and maintaining relationships with staff, parents, children and outside agencies. Applicants must also have an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of creating inspiring learning environments; experience of planning children’s learning, of making observations, of record keeping and must share our ethos and be keen to help us develop our free-flow setting.
As a senior practitioner you will be responsible for leading and supporting a group of staff, modelling good practice, ensuring the staff daily rota is up to date and ensuring that staff are clear of their duties and following all the setting’s policies. You will also be responsible for a key group of children, plan learning opportunities and ‘next steps’ for the children; carry out observations; deliver the EYFS framework and ensure a welcoming and stimulating environment at all times.
We offer competitive salaries and have an incredibly supportive management team. Potentially there could be career progression.
For further information or to request an application pack, please contact Renata on 01273 911876 or email [email protected]
Closing date: 4 December 2015
Required qualification level: Level 3
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Bright Start Nursery
1 Barrack Yard, North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YA
Nursery Manager
£33,857 - £36,571 per annum
37 hours per week (will need to be flexible to cover early and late shifts on occasion)
We are looking for a highly motivated manager for our Bright Start Nursery. Bright Start is a busy nursery based in the centre of Brighton near to Jubilee Library and is registered for 55 children. The successful applicant will have high expectations for all children and ensure high standards of learning and care. They will be able to contribute to the commercial success of the nursery, be self-motivated, dynamic, enthusiastic and an inspiring role model.
The manager will oversee, lead and manage the nursery team to ensure continuous improvement to improve children's life chances. The successful candidate will have: an early years degree, or teaching qualification (B.Ed or equivalent) and/or Level 3 /4 qualification in education and childcare (or equivalent recognised qualification in early years work); at least five years’ post qualification experience in early years settings, and three years’ experience at a senior level; experience of managing the development of early education and childcare, managing and developing a staff team, budget management, and providing services to children from a wide range of backgrounds, including those with special educational needs; knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, Ofsted guidance, and the SEN code of practice; knowledge of training and qualifications for staff working in an early years setting, personnel procedures and legislation, child protection, and equalities practices; leadership skills, and the ability to develop good working relationships with parents, other service providers and the wider community and the ability to market the nursery and maximise fee and other income to the nursery, and to ensure it is financially sustainable.
The principal duties will be to: Manage and co-ordinate the nursery staff team, including recruitment and selection, ongoing support and performance management, professional development, discipline and grievance; manage, implement, maintain and review nursery policies and procedures, ensuring that OFSTED and the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements are met; ensure best practice and an excellent standard of care and early education using appropriate frameworks, Early Years Foundation Stage, SEN Code of Practice etc.; advocate play-based learning, valuing children’s personal and emotional development and creativity; work towards a quality assurance scheme for the nursery; develop a framework for observation, evaluation, monitoring, assessment and recording of children’s progress; ensure that Local Safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to and that staff are aware of procedures and carry them out; ensure close monitoring of children about whom there are concerns; develop and manage the nursery’s finances and budget including maximising income through fee collection and promotion of tax credits and report on the nursery to its steering group
For further details, to download an application pack or apply online visit: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs/job-search and search for job number B&H00861
Closing date: 22 November 2015
Required qualification level: Relevant qualifications & experience
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Brighton & Hove City Early Years & Childcare
Various Children’s Centre Nurseries across Brighton & Hove
www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/children-and-education/childcare-and-families/childrens-centre-nurseries
Nursery Assistant – Bank Staff
£8.23 per hour
Hours are as and when required. We cannot guarantee regular hours.
Brighton & Hove City Council operates six childcare settings in the city. They are based in Children's Centres and provide high quality care and activities for babies and children aged 0 to 5 years. Our nurseries include: Acorn Nursery, Bright Start Nursery, Cherry Tree Nursery, Jump Start Nursery, Roundabout Nursery and Tarnerland Nursery School. We are looking for qualified Early Years practitioners who can be flexible and provide ad hoc cover (sometimes at late notice) at our Children's Centre Nurseries. You would be required to step in to cover for staff absences and sometimes provide 1:1 support for individual children. The post requires experience working with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in a childcare setting and experience providing care and education to children from a wide range of backgrounds including those with special educational needs. Applicants must demonstrate flexibility, good literacy and communication skills and the ability to develop good working relationships with parents, staff and other service providers, the post also requires adherence to health and safety policy, practice and instruction. Duties will include running activities inside and outside the nursery, supporting key people with individual and small groups of children, preparing and serving snacks, encouraging good nutrition and sociable eating and cleaning the nursery. You will follow the EYFS and other appropriate legislation and guidance for young children. Please note that these posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and are subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. For further details, to download an application pack or apply online visit: http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs
search for job reference B&H00122
Closing date: 31 December 2015
Required qualification level: minimum Level 2
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Brightsaurus Nursery
54 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4FL www.brightsaurusnursery.co.uk/
Early Years Practitioner
£6.70 per hour for workers aged 21 and over, £5.30 per hour for workers aged 18 to 20
years, £3.87 per hour for workers aged 16 to 17 years
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, shifts between 8am and 6pm
Brightsaurus is a caring, nurturing environment which offers personalised provision for children aged 6 months to 5 years. We believe that all children are unique and we give each child every opportunity to express and explore all aspects of their personality. We embrace individuality and diversity and plan activities around our knowledge of each child to meet their individual needs.
We are looking for a qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team.
Applicants must have a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification and be able to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Applicants must enjoy working with children and demonstrate a keen interest to learn.
The role entails contributing to a high-quality caring environment for children, creating a friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
Duties will include working with children to meet the requirements of the EYFS framework and working as part of the team. Also attending associated training deemed appropriate by the manager in consideration of your individual needs and wishes and liaison with your mentor and manager.
Training will be given and there are opportunities for career progression.
To apply for an application pack please email Ray Phoon at [email protected]
Closing date: 20 November 2015
Required qualification level: minimum Level 2
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Home From Home Nursery School
56 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4FL
www.homefromhomenursery.org
Early Years Nursery Practitioner / Key Person
Starting at £7 per hour, £14,560 per annum
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5.30pm
Home from Home Nursery is located in the heart of Hove on New Church Road. Set in spacious, detached Victorian premises and established for 14 years, we are registered for 44 children per day aged between 10 months and 5 years and operate from 8 am to 6 pm weekdays.
We have a Toddler Unit on the first floor which comprises of three adjacent rooms for children aged between 10 months and 2 years to explore, with a staff to child ratio of 1:2 children receive a “home from home” stimulating experience. Our Toddler Unit also has a separate sleep room with blackout blinds, soothing music and monitors to ensure our children get the undisturbed rest they need. Our Pre-school which is for children aged 2 to 5 years consists of five large rooms for the children to freely explore. Each room has a different emphasis and has been designed in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Our staff to child ratio of 1:4 in the Pre-school allows for the perfect balance between child-initiated learning and adult led opportunities. Also the mix of different ages creates a family-like experience where the older children provide good role model behaviour to the young. In addition we also have a 100 foot garden with cherry trees, allotment and outdoor 'snug' which the children and staff equally enjoy.
We would describe our staff as caring, motivated, proactive and inspired and we are looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years practitioner to join our team. Applicants must have a good understanding of childcare and child development; have experience of being a key worker and of planning and identifying children’s learning; have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build a rapport with children and their families.
The role entails working as a member of the Nursery team and showing initiative and creativity whilst fostering an environment which encourages the children's all-round development where high standards of care are provided. Duties include keeping records on children's progress and achievements; assisting with planning of activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage; assisting with the creation of a stimulating, creative environment and assisting with care, maintenance and security.
We support the continual professional development of our staff by encouraging them to attend external short course training and to develop their own careers with further education. We have a robust appraisal system with quarterly supervision meetings with line managers and monthly staff meetings which create a culture of learning and we also enjoy the occasional staff social. The team consists of two staff with Quality Teacher Status who lead the curriculum planning and staff development. To apply, email Nicola at: [email protected] to request an application form.
Closing date: 4 December 2015
Required qualification level: Level 3
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Honeycroft Centre St Barnabas Sackville Road Hove BN3 3WF
www.honeycroft.co.uk
Early Years Playworker
£7.65 per hour
Minimum 16 hours per week. Our working week is Monday to Friday, 8.30am till 5pm)
Honeycroft Centre is a registered charity working with families and young children in the Hove and Brighton area. We were first established over 50 years ago and pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos. We provide childcare for children aged from 2 to 5 years, 50 weeks of the year from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Our Ofsted registered ‘outstanding’ setting is led by a qualified team of Early Years Practitioners and staff who support up to 40 children per session. Other services in the centre include a crèche to support our visiting training providers, a holiday club, a coffee shop and a children's charity shop.
We have a vacancy for an Early Years Playworker to join our team.
Applicants must have experience of working with children aged from 2 to 5 years; share our passion for wanting to support children in their development and learning; have excellent communication skills and the ability to develop a good rapport with parents and children; have experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum - of observing, assessing, recording progress and contributing to the planning of future learning; have experience of keeping paperwork up to date; of working in a team and knowledge of what makes a good team player; good knowledge and understanding of child development, the Early Years curriculum, risk management, inclusion and safeguarding. Additional non-essential skills may include music, languages with specialisms such as ECAT, Derbyshire Language System, Makaton and or SENCO training.
The role is to be responsible for the care, welfare, learning and development of the children ensuring care routines and centre policies and procedures are followed at all times. The job involves leading activities like storytelling, singing songs and making things; observing and enhancing children’s learning as they play alone or alongside others; communicating effectively; modelling and managing behaviour and taking part in parent’s participation events and centre events.
The successful candidate will benefit from opportunities to develop their skills and experience in other areas of our centre like the crèche (for babies), the holiday club (for children aged 5 to 11 years) and will have opportunities to take the lead on individual areas of play for example dance, music, drama sessions or for you to develop your own ideas. We also provide subsidised childcare for staff.
To apply for an application pack, please email [email protected]
Closing date: 30 November 2015
Required qualification level: Qualified or willing to work towards a Level 2 or 3
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Kiddiwinks Day Care Ltd
41 Northease Drive, Hove, BN3 8PQ
www.kiddiwinkschildmindinghove.co.uk
Childminder/ Early Years Practitioner
From £7.20 to £7.50 per hour
2 to 3 days per week, 8am to 6pm plus possible overtime and bank work
Kiddiwinks Day Care is based in Hove and offers a safe, homely environment where children aged from 0 to 8 years get the care, attention and learning opportunities they need. We are a team of four childminders and assistants in a well-established setting and can accommodate up to 10 children.
We have well-resourced play areas designed for the children to easily access equipment, toys and games and a well-equipped garden area where the children enjoy outdoor play. We provide play opportunities for children following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and ensure that all children make good progress in their learning and development. Play is an important part of early years development and forms an essential part of our planning, we focus on individual needs whilst encouraging children to learn and play together in a secure and homely atmosphere – as a result benefit from an extremely close relationship and thoroughly enjoy the time they spend in our care.
We are looking for a qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team.
Applicants must have a level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare; good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework; experience of working in an early years environment; knowledge of the importance of working well in a team; experience of working with key children – planning, observing children at play and recording progress; ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff and have an understanding of safeguarding, equalities and inclusion. Paediatric first aid training is desirable but not essential.
The role involves being a part of and contributing to a high quality caring environment for children and staff alike and to provide a fun, welcoming and stimulating atmosphere where all children can develop socially, emotionally and educationally. Duties include being a being a key person to a small group of children; planning and delivering learning opportunities to support children's development; making weekly observations; keeping records of development; planning future learning; preparing and completing termly progress checks, two year checks and learning journals and liaising with children, parents and carers.
We value all our staff members and support and monitor staff on performance and welfare through regular appraisals and supervisions. We welcome and encourage new innovative ideas to enhance and develop our setting and encourage our staff to model behaviour at all times and be flexible We also support our staff with ongoing professional development and will advise what training is available and recommended for early years and childcare providers. Training is usually organised by Brighton and Hove city council.
Please note that this post is subject to a disclosure and barring services (DBS) check.
To apply for an application pack, please email: [email protected]
Closing date: 26 November 2015
Required qualification level: Relevant qualifications and experience
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Little Gulls and Buoys
St Peters Community Centre, Hangleton Road,
Hove BN3 7LQ
www.littlegullsandbuoys.co.uk
Early Years Practitioner
From £6.70 to £7.50 per hour
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, shifts between 7.30am and 6pm
Little Gulls & Buoys is a spacious and airy, year round pre-school for children aged from two to five years in Hove. We are very proud and excited about what we have achieved since we opened in January 2015. We are a pack away pre-school with an emphasis firmly on quality childcare and fun and we cater for up to 30 children each day. We carefully select resources that are designed to delight and stimulate learning, we pride ourselves on our partnership approach with parents and we hugely value our staff, who are enthusiastic, experienced and empathetic. We are looking for a qualified and experienced early year’s practitioner who is passionate about childcare, who can embody our ethos in creating a setting that is high on quality and big on fun and who is looking to further their career and experiences. We believe that a calm and caring nurturing outlook is rewarded by happy and confident children.
Applicants must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in early years’ childcare or equivalent; must demonstrate good knowledge and practical experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to a high standard and have an excellent working knowledge of the current Ofsted statutory guidance. Experience of creating fun, stimulating indoor and outdoor educational environments is essential. We have big plans for the development of our outdoor areas and garden so knowledge of the work of forest schools would be desirable. Experience of delivering creative learning opportunities for children of varying abilities is also essential as well as demonstrating how you use your personal qualities to inspire children to learn through play.
The role involves working closely with the management team and alongside the Early Years Teacher to deliver a play based EYFS curriculum that enables children to make individual progress and work towards their Early Years’ goals. Duties include being part of a key person system; liaising closely with parents, exchanging information and encouraging their involvement; keeping records of children’s achievements and planning activities to further their growth and realisation of learning goals. We feel this is an exciting opportunity for somebody wanting to work as part of a small yet successful team in a high quality setting, where your impact will be felt and your contribution valued.
We also offer flexible working with the potential for shifts to suit a variety of requirements and plenty of training and development opportunities
Please email [email protected] for an application pack
Closing date: 23 November 2015
Required qualification level: Level 2
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My First Friends Nursery
Westdene Barn Rise, BN1 5EE
www.myfirstfriendsnursery.weebly.com
Early Years Practitioner Bank Staff
£7 - £7.50 per hour
Ad-hoc hours, as and when required to cover staff illness, training, absence
My First Friends Nursery is a community based nursery, situated across the field from Westdene Primary School. Our setting is a purpose built structure with an outdoor enclosed area that homes our playground and climbing apparatus. We have been running for over 50 years and provide care and learning opportunities for children between the ages of 18 months and 5 years from diverse cultural backgrounds. We open 5 days a week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 3.30pm and Fridays 8.30am to 5pm during term times and holidays, closing only for Bank Holidays, Christmas and Inset Days. The maximum number of children we can have each day is 16 so compared to others we are quite a small nursery.
We have a committed team of qualified and experienced staff who all hold Paediatric First Aid qualifications and up to date DBS checks. We also have staff who are trained in areas of responsibility including Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). Child Protection/Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Equal Opportunity representatives. Our staff, provide an environment for children which is safe, happy, loving and stimulating.
We are looking for Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our team as Bank Staff to be called upon as and when required. Applicants must have a qualification in early years and childcare; have good communication skills and the confidence and ability to liaise with children, colleagues, parents and outside agencies; excellent knowledge of early years foundation stage (EYFS) curriculum and of safeguarding, health and safety and equalities policies and procedures are also essential.
The job involves being a key person to a small group of children; planning and delivering learning opportunities to support children’s individual learning; making weekly observations; keeping records of development; completing and keeping records; planning future learning; completing relevant paperwork for new children who join; preparing and completing termly progress checks, two year checks, learning journals; liaising with parents and outside agencies such as EMAS
We support all our staff with ongoing professional development and will advise on what training is available and recommended for early years and childcare providers and organised by Brighton and Hove City Council
Interviews will take place as an ongoing process, so please do not wait until the closing date to apply for an application form.
Please contact Elaine Harman on 01273 541026 or email [email protected] to request an application pack
Closing date: 3 December 2015 (ongoing recruitment process)
Desired qualification level: Level 3
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Officrèche 52 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN1 3JB
www.officreche.com
Early Years Deputy Manager
£19,000-£22,000 per annum
38 hours a week, setting opens to members at 8am, longest shift is 7.45am to 6.15pm
Officrèche is innovative - a fully staffed nursery that provides flexible childcare for up to 36 children aged from 0 to 5 years, for freelance parent members who work in the office space on the floors above. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The focus of this position is working with others, building and maintaining relationships and working closely and accurately within established guidelines. We need an effective communicator, who is able to stimulate and motivate others, while being aware of and responsive to their needs and concerns. We are looking for someone who combines initiative and experience with their qualifications: minimum level 3 and ideally Early Years Professional Status or Early Years Teacher status, or working towards it. Excellent knowledge and practical understanding of the EYFS, the inspections process, health and safety, safeguarding and child protection issues are essential, as is experience of staff management, supervision and appraisals.
This is a unique opportunity to help to lead the childcare team at the flagship of www.officreche.com; you will be working closely with a very experienced Manager and supported by two Room Leaders. Your time will be split between office/nursery floor approximately 40/60. Key responsibilities will include the care and education of the children in accordance with statutory requirements, the management, supervision, training and appraisal of 8 staff, managing systems for child records and financial records, implementing essential policies and procedures and promoting the setting within the local community.
This new type of childcare attracts national and international press coverage for the flexible working freedom it grants parents and new mothers and you will be an integral part of this venture. The premises, branding and software have been future-proofed for expansion and franchising; career progression; opportunities are just as broad.
To apply for an application pack please email [email protected]
Closing date: 18 November 2015
Required qualification level: Level 3
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Playcare Nursery 6 Windlesham Road, Brighton, BN1 3AG
www.playcarenursery.co.uk
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£7.18 - £8.20 per hour, £14,000 to £16,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Playcare Nursery has been established for 25 years. We have a strong management team and a fantastic team of motivated, long-standing practitioners. We are centrally located near the Seven Dials and have strong community links. Children can start with us at 6 months and stay with until school. We provide a child centred and nurturing environment with focus on individual needs and we work closely with families. We are open from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year. We are looking for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Applicants must demonstrate a passion for delivering early education and childcare; have a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification; a thorough knowledge of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage; a good understanding of Safeguarding and of the Ofsted welfare requirements; great communication skills; experience of working within a team and the confidence and ability to initiate new ideas and learning opportunities for the children. Paediatric First Aid training will be given. The role involves being a key person to a small group of children; planning opportunities for the children and providing next steps for development; working in partnership with parents and creating an innovative environment. We feel the successful candidate will be part of a great team, we support all our staff by providing training and good career progression opportunities and also we have a staff social fund. To apply for an application pack, please email Sara at [email protected]
Advert closing date: 22 November 2015
Required qualification level: Level 3
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Brighton & Hove Family Information Service
Ivory Place, BRIGHTON, BN2 9QE
www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/athomechildcare
At Home Childcarers
Various rates of pay
Various hours
The Family Information Service has been running the At Home Childcare Service across Brighton & Hove for 5 years. ‘You have enabled many childcare professionals to provide a top rate service’ At Home Childcarer We support childcarers to work in family homes by registering them with Ofsted and offering ongoing support, training and information. Childcarers can then work with families they find themselves or families who FIS refer to them. Childcarers can advertise themselves for free on the FIS online directory (www.familyinfobrighton.org.uk ) and FIS can also offer them work at crèches and with social worker requests for ad-hoc and urgent childcare. ‘Families get in touch with me with ease, they text me, use emails, they phone me’ At Home Childcarer Applicants need to:
Be resident in Brighton & Hove
Have a childcare qualification or pay to study the online alternative
Have a paediatric first aid certificate or again, pay for a 3 year renewal course
We provide Ofsted registration, DBS police check and insurance for the first year
We provide Safeguarding training and Lone Working/Risk Assessment advice The application process takes a minimum of 3 months to complete. This is a childcare role however, not:
A specific job
A specific start date
A guaranteed income ‘Communication, helpfulness, informative, well run, friendly. Brilliant!’
If you are interested in joining the service to find part-time or full-time home childcare work, please contact Sian Bruce, the Childcare Brokerage Officer on 01273 293545 or by email at [email protected]
Closing date: 18 December 2015
Required qualification level: Level 2
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Apprenticeships
Brightsaurus Nursery
54 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4FL
www.brightsaurusnursery.co.uk/
Early Years Apprentice
£3.50 - £4.50 per hour, £140 to £180 per week, £7,280 to £9,360 per annum
Apprenticeship salary applies. After 12 months the national minimum wage will apply
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, shifts between 8am and 6pm
Brightsaurus is a caring, nurturing environment that offers personalised provision for children aged 6 months to 5 years. We believe that all children are unique and we give each child every opportunity to express and explore all aspects of their personality. We embrace individuality and diversity and so plan activities around our knowledge of each child to meet their individual needs.
We are looking for an apprentice to join our team. The successful candidate will be trained to carry out the same role as an Early Years Practitioner.
Applicants must have some experience of working with young children either personally or professionally; have a keen interest in wanting to support children’s learning and development; have an understanding of the importance of working alongside the children's families to provide a holistic approach; have the confidence to effectively communicate verbally with others and have the ability to make written assessments. Some experience of working in a team is also essential along with an understanding of what safeguarding is and means – thorough training will be provided but vigilance and demonstrating an understanding of this, is key for safeguarding children.
The successful candidate will work with the children; attend all training as set out in the training agreement; complete all assignments on time; work as part of the team; attend associated training deemed appropriate by the manager in consideration of their individual needs and wishes and liaise with their mentor and manager.
Duties will include contributing to a high quality caring environment for children and providing a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop socially, emotionally and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
There will be a pay review after 3 months and after 12 months the National Minimum Wage amounts apply.
To request an application pack email Ray Phoon at [email protected]
Closing date: 20 November 2015
Required qualification level: Training provided
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Playwork
Class Of Their Own 65 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2BD
www.classoftheirown.com
After School Club Supervisors £9.67 - £11.73 per hour (depending on role) Term time hours: 2.45pm to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, plus 4 hours per week for administration tasks. During school holidays, holiday club hours may be available. Class Of Their Own provides high quality out of school care for children aged 4-11 in Breakfast, After School and Holiday Clubs located in 17 different locations in Brighton, Hove, Portslade, Shoreham and Sompting. The successful applicant will have: at least 2 years’ experience of working with children of primary school age; familiarity with supporting children with additional needs; excellent ideas about how to implement a variety of play types; an excellent understanding of Health and Safety issues; an excellent understanding of inclusive practice; an understanding of and ability to implement the EYFS and to promote equal opportunities; a strong play focus with a good understanding of, and belief in, the playwork principles; an understanding of children’s physical and emotional needs; the ability to lead and manage and inspire a team of playworkers; the desire to work with others to make a positive contribution; good interpersonal skills which balance the needs of different stakeholders in a friendly and professional manner; a flexible approach to organising a diverse workload, using own initiative and remaining accountable and a willingness to embrace training and other professional development opportunities. Applicants should have at least a level 3 qualification in Playwork, a Paediatric First Aid certificate or willingness to undertake training and a Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake training. The After School Club Supervisor is responsible for delivering innovative and interesting activities to support children’s play. This is done through the management of the club team, following Class Of Their Own’s policies and ensuring the smooth day to day running of the club. For the right person, this is an interesting, varied and rewarding role where duties will include: planning, organising and evaluating the provision of an inclusive, safe, caring and stimulating play environment which meets the needs of the individual children, being a positive role model and managing, leading and inspiring a team of Playworkers by recognising good and addressing poor performance, providing training, organising effective staff meetings, conducting appraisals and deploying the team effectively; handling the day to day administration, including managing the club budgets and providing varied, interesting equipment and snacks and maintaining accurate records (including fire drills, risk assessments, accident and incident forms), working as part of a team, contributing positively to Supervisor meetings and working supportively with the Area Manager, establishing open, honest and supportive working relationships with a range of stakeholders (children, parents, team, school, Ofsted), ensuring the setting follows and complies with the company’s policies and procedures and endorses Class Of Their Own’s vision around quality, integrity and respect, carrying out all responsibilities and activities within an equal opportunities framework and promoting equal opportunities within all aspects of the work We offer a fun and friendly working environment with competitive rates and paid holiday plus a comprehensive training programme. For more information and to download the job description and application form please visit our website: www.classoftheirown.com/join_us/vacancies.php
Closing date: 27 November 2015
Required qualification level: Level 3
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Starfish Kids Club
Suite C, West Werks, 41-43 Portland Road, Hove,
BN3 5DQ
www.starfishkidsclub.co.uk
Term Time Afterschool Club Playworker
£7.85 per hour
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons 3pm-6pm term time. Other cover shifts
available.
Starfish Kids Club is a not for profit company that runs childcare in Brighton and Hove for school aged children, aged from 4 to 11. Our team of experienced and qualified playworkers provide a quality play environment that is safe, fun and welcoming to all children. We work hard to offer a range of activities that children enjoy, including lots of arts and crafts, free play and sports.
Applicants must have experience of working with children aged between 4 and 11 years; share our passion for providing positive play experiences that contribute towards children’s happiness and enjoyment; have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); good knowledge and understanding of required policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, equal opportunities and confidentiality; a paediatric first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one and a basic understanding of food hygiene or a willingness to obtain is essential. A qualification in playwork is desirable but not essential.
The role involves providing a safe, engaging and stimulating environment for the children in our care; delivering innovative activities and events that meet the needs of each individual child and in keeping with the EYFS requirements; providing snacks and working in accordance with our policies and procedures.
We will provide in-house training and a full induction programme for the successful candidate which you will be required to attend. We offer flexible hours and there is the potential for regular term-time work in the new academic year.
Contact Emily at [email protected] for an application form
Closing date: 3 December 2015
Required qualification level: Relevant qualifications and experience