We are looking for a Level 2 or 3 qualified early years practitioner (superhero) to join our team at Swingfield House. If our successful applicant holds a L3 qualification they will be eligible for our £500 joining incentive.
Our setting is located close to Robert's Corner which is on the number 16 bus route from Folkstone Bus Station to Canterbury.
Our setting caters for up to 57 children under the age of 5 every day. You would join a team of professionals in caring for the children and supporting their early education. This role in based in the baby room. We promote both forest school and curiosity approaches through our practices.
The hours are 36 hours a week, across 5 days Monday to Wednesday. The position is all year round although we are closed on the usual bank holidays and for 1 week over Christmas and New Year. Additional hours sometimes available each week.
The successful candidate will hold a level 2 or 3 qualification in early years and the role is offered subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
Employment benefits include 50% childcare discount, complimentary life insurance, mental health support and pension schemes, as well as a comprehensive employee benefits discount system which can be used against the purchase of products such as pet insurance and online retail purchases.
Kid Ease also offers ongoing training which can include relevant degree courses and EYT.
If you are passionate about making a difference, you want children's voices to heard and you believe in learning through play and exploration then please apply, we would love to meet you!
We hope to welcome our new practitioner into our team in May/June.
£500 Joining Bonus offered to successful L3 applicants before the end of June 2025 (*T&Cs apply)
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: Up to £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
