Early Years Practitioner Job Specification (Horsham Area):
Role - Early Years Practitioner
Location - Horsham (Good transport links and free parking available)
Contract - Full-Time (5 days a week) or Part-Time considered
Hours - 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-time)
Operational Hours - Term-time only (38 weeks/year), open 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM


Key Requirements
*Qualification: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (Essential), with a full and relevant qualification to be counted in staff ratios.
*Experience: 1 year experience in Nursery or Childcare with under 5s (Preferred).
*Knowledge: Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the Birth to Five curriculum (Essential).


Core Duties & Responsibilities
*Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 1-5 years within a small, friendly team.
*Work five full days a week (or agreed part-time hours).
*Adhere to all playgroup policies and procedures.
*Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.


Compensation & Benefits
Salary - £21,000 per annum (dependent on age and qualification)
Pension - Company pension scheme available
Development - Free training courses available (including Child Protection, Food Hygiene, and First Aid)
Perks - Casual dress, free parking, employee discount/store discount, health & wellbeing programme, and complimentary tea/coffee.
Screening - Subject to an enhanced DBS check.