Description First Stop Preschool, Trimley St Mary, IP11 0ST Early Years Practitioner Salary negotiable 21 hours per week (plus extra hours for key workers), term time only Permanent Reference: 0903 Required as soon as possible Your role First Stop Preschool is a not-for-profit origination situated in the grounds of Trimley St Mary school. We offer early years sessions for two and three/four-year-old children. Our aim is to give the children in our care the best possible start on their educational journey in a happy and safe environment. We are looking to recruit an exceptional early years practitioner to support our work. Your responsibilities Work with the team to provide a safe, happy and stimulating environment. Take on the role of key person for several children building relationships with their families to ensure their development. To attend meetings and training as necessary. To support lunch club You will need: Essential: Level 3 qualification in early years or willing to undertake training to become Level 3 qualified. Current DBS/willingness to complete one and be on subscription service. Willingness to attend training where relevant, Desirable Experience of working in an early years environment or other relevant experience Knowledge of the EYFS About us We are a not-for-profit organisation and were rated GOOD at a recent OFSED inspection. We are committed to giving the children in or care the very best possible start in life. We believe that our staff are our biggest asset and do the best we possibly can to ensure that they are also safe and supported in their role. We will offer you: Contributory pension scheme Paid in house training Friendly and supportive team Free uniform For more information: For an informal discussion only, please contact Sharon Bennett on 07702 831242. How to apply: Please send CV to Sharon Bennett at Managerfirststoppreschool.org.uk or First Stop Preschool, c/o Trimley St Mary School, 154 High Road, Trimley St Mary, Felixstowe, IP11 0ST Closing date for applications: 1pm, 15 November 2024