Pre-School Worker

We wish to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and committed individual who has a real passion for working within the early years and supporting the learning and development of young children. The candidate will need to have a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent, have experience of working in the early years and have a sound understanding and commitment to the principles of the EYFS. 

As a Pre-School Worker you will be required to work within our pre-school class, which is based within our children’s centre at Stockwell Primary School. We have 20 morning places for two year olds, all of whom are eligible for the Government’s two year old early education entitlement. 

The post is 25 hours per week and you will be required to work from 8:00am until 1:00pm on a term time only basis.    

We are looking for someone who has:

• A level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent
• Experience of working within the Early Years 
• Proven ability to observe, record and plan to support and develop children’s learning 
• Knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements
• Commitment to continuing professional development and willingness to undertake training as required to develop skills 

We can offer you:

• A friendly and enthusiastic working environment
• Supportive Colleagues
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• Opportunity to work within our successful and innovative federation 

We are a federation that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development, and planned career progression. We are a team of ordinary individuals who genuinely enjoy working together to create extraordinary outcomes, and we have an opportunity for you to join us. 

The Governing Board expects all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

To obtain a recruitment pack, please email chudson@stockwell-pri.lambeth.sch.uk or call 020 7326 7328 to request one.

Closing date: Wednesday 14th March 2018 

Shortlisting: Thursday 15th March 2018 

Interviews:  Wednesday 21st March 2018 

Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further information about the disclosure can be found at www.disclosures.co.uk and in the recruitment pack.

Lambeth Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. 

Lambeth aims for quality services and equal opportunities for all. 

Stockwell Primary School and Children’s Centre 

Stockwell Road, London SW9 9TG   

Part of the Jessop Stockwell Federation