Saltdean Pre‑School is looking for a fun, motivated, and caring practitioner to provide flexible cover for our friendly, well‑established team. If you’re passionate about giving children the very best start in life, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer
* Flexible, ad‑hoc hours
* A supportive & welcoming work environment
* Opportunities for professional development
* A small, nurturing setting with children at the heart of everything we do
About Us
Saltdean Pre‑School is a small, friendly, and welcoming setting caring for up to 30 children aged 2–5 years. We are open term time only and between the hours of 8.10am‑3.10pm, Mon‑Fri. We have a well‑established team and a strong focus on children’s interests, free play, and positive adult interactions. Our aim is to create a safe, happy place where every child can flourish and reach their potential. We are a charity led by a parent committee.
About the Role
We are looking for a fun, motivated, and caring Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our team as bank staff. You’ll provide flexible cover for staff absences – sometimes on a regular basis – so adaptability and reliability are key. Please note this is a bank position and hours cannot be guaranteed.
What you’ll do
* Create a welcoming, safe, and stimulating environment for all children.
* Provide quality care and engaging learning opportunities tailored to individual needs.
* Support both adult‑led and child‑initiated activities.
* Observe children’s play, record progress, and plan next steps.
* Offer occasional 1:1 support where needed.
* Prepare and serve snacks, promoting healthy eating and sociable mealtimes.
* Follow our safeguarding, health & safety, and other policies at all times.
About You
* Level 2 qualification in Early Years Childcare (essential)
* SEN experience (desirable)
* Good understanding of the EYFS framework
* Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
* Previous experience with children aged 0–5
* Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to train)
* Flexibility, dependability, and a caring approach
* Strong communication skills and a team spirit
Benefits
* Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle
* Supportive and friendly working environment
* Opportunities for training and professional development
* The chance to make a genuine difference in children’s early learning
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