Responsibilities
Work as part of a team and provide a home‑from‑home environment for all children. Keep and maintain accurate records and reports. Model best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Support the Room Leader to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and Education across the setting. Use a friendly approach with parents and carers, children, and colleagues. Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children to learn, play, explore and develop. Maintain a homely environment that is clean and organised. Implement interesting and inspiring activities for children to learn through play. Build relationships with Key Children, record their interests and achievements through observations. Be always available for your Key Children, having responsibility for their care and development. Communicate with parents/carers through the Satchel app, face‑to‑face meetings or report writing. Ensure that you understand and follow company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (for a qualified role). A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with best practices in early years education. A positive, can‑do attitude towards problem solving.
Desirable: Previous experience working in an Early Years setting; Current paediatric first aid certificate; Safeguarding and child protection training (full training will be provided); Current food hygiene certificate.
Key Information
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
Contract Type: Full‑time.
Contract Length: Permanent.
Salary: £13.00–£13.70 per hour (£27,248–£28,715.20 full‑time equivalent for 40 hours per week all year round).
Benefits
* Birthday Off
* 6 fully paid sick days
* Cashback Healthcare Plan
* Retail Discounts
* Recognition & Reward
* 50% Childcare Discount
* 24/7 Virtual GP Access
* 24/7 Counselling Support
* Discounted gym Membership
* Personal Financial Advisor Access
* Pension Discovery
* Learning platform Access
* Supportive Culture – built on strong relationships, teamwork, and genuine belonging
* Career Development – apprenticeship and structured training with mentorship
* Work‑Life Balance – structured hours and flexible shift options
* Competitive Pay & Benefits – benchmarked salaries, generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, paid leave
* Award‑Winning Family – valued recognition, personal growth, and team success
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