Relief Early Years Practitioner Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking, working across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing. Our mission is to enable people in the local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body, and Spirit. At Teddy’s Preschool, we embrace an in-the-moment learning approach, sharing in the joy of each learning moment that arises with the children. This role offers the freedom to be creative and provide the best possible learning experience for our children while minimizing paperwork through our online observation system. The role includes access to a great outside space in all weathers, emphasizing outdoor learning. A strong passion for outdoor learning is highly desirable, along with experience supporting children with additional needs and English as an additional language. The setting operates 5 days a week, term time only, from 08:30 to 16:00. Salary: £11.45 per hour (relief role). Hours and days of work will depend on the setting's needs. YMCA Bournemouth offers a range of staff benefits, further details can be found on our website. Please submit YMCA application forms only. If invited for an interview and you require adjustments based on disability, please let us know. If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, assume your application was unsuccessful. The role has a statutory occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people, and adults at risk. The post holder will prioritize safeguarding according to YMCA Bournemouth's policy and Pan Dorset statutory guidance. YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equal opportunity in service provision and as an employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks, and a DBS check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, an Enhanced level DBS check is required before the commencement date; other roles require a Basic level DBS check. For further information, please review: Job Description A Welcome to Applicants Application guidelines Additional guidelines Staff benefits A Statement on Ethos Safeguarding Policy Privacy Notice (Recruitment) All applications must be submitted via the ‘apply online’ feature on the YMCA Bournemouth website with the following documents: Application Form Declaration of Criminal Background Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (optional) Pay: £11.45 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person