Childcare Officer - Chelmsford - Start Date ASAP
Prospero Teaching are seeking a committed Childcare Officer to join a warm, supportive setting in Chelmsford, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional-or someone early in their career with strong potential-to support children's wellbeing, development, and daily care routines in a nurturing environment.
The school is looking for a compassionate practitioner with strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and a genuine passion for supporting young learners.
đź“Ś CONTRACT DETAILS
Location - Chelmsford
Position - Childcare Officer
Type of work - Childcare & pupil support
Start date - ASAP
Duration - Ongoing / Long‑term
Full time/part‑time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - ÂŁ115-ÂŁ150 per day (depending on experience)
đź“š EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
Experience working with children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting
Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable)
Strong understanding of child development and wellbeing
✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Provide two professional child‑related references
đź’Ľ OTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.
🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU
Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team
Refer a Friend Scheme - earn ÂŁ150 when you refer a suitable candidate