About us
Our on-campus nursery offers childcare for children aged 0-5 years, and is open to staff, students and the wider University community.
Located in Endsleigh Place, at the northern edge of our city-centre campus, children are welcomed into our Caterpillars, Bumblebees, Dragonflies, and Ladybird room, dependent on age. This enables our Qualified Practitioners to tailor activities to meet the individual need of each child.
About the role
Working closely with the Plymouth Institute of Education, we have designed our curriculum to develop creative, kind, independent, curious and confident children who are ready to continue their love of learning at school.
Through successful completion of your training with City College Plymouth, and with support from the setting and Plymouth Institute of Education, you will assist in delivering our curriculum which is designed to develop kind, creative, independent, curious and confident children who are ready to continue their love of learning at school.
A full-time position will be offered for the right candidate after completion of the apprenticeship, as well as a further training route if desired.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for up to 18 months initially, due to the training contract.
We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.
Freshlings Nursery is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children. All positions are subject to individuals securing enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
What we're looking for
You will need to be a hands on, caring, kind and an empathetic person. You will need to have a professional attitude with a sense of fun and excitement.
Please take a look at the job description and person specification for more information about the role.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Lorraine Hargreaves by email at by telephone on 01752 588550.
Our Offer
You will be employed by University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd and subject to UCSP terms and conditions of employment. University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd's (UCSPL) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of University of Plymouth. UCSPL vision is to enrich the experience of the students, staff and wider community. We aim to create a financially sustainable and professional service which currently includes Early Years Education and Care, Retail Catering, Hospitality and Events.
This position is covered by the Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2018 Regulations.
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