childcare job vacancy list 24th october 2011

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24 October 2011

Section 2: Early Years

Section 3: Playwork

Section 4: Recruitment Agencies

Working with children aged 0 - 5 yearsIncludes jobs in Nurseries, Playgroups, Pre-schools and Creches

Working with children over the age of 5 yearsIncludes jobs in Out of School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes

Includes temporary and permanent positionsAcross the Sussex area for childcare workers.

Childcare Job Vacancy List

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Section 5: VoluntaryVolunteer opportunities in both Early Years and Playwork

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Section 1: Apprenticeships

Opportunities for 16 - 24 year olds to earn whilst gaining a qualification in the workplace

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Next sessions:Tuesday 6th December 2011, 7pm - 9pm

£4.98 for workers aged 18-20

£3.68 for workers aged 16-17 (above the school leaving age but under 18 years)

£2.60 for Apprentices under 19 years, or 19 and over and in the first year of their apprenticeship

Wednesday 25th January 2012, 10am - 12noon

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Apprenticeship

Oct 31 2011 Desired qualification level:

Early Years Apprentice

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week (1 day college attendance per week is included in the 36 hours).

£95 - £120 per week.

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is a well established 45 place setting, providing outstanding care and learning for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery was praised at its recent Ofsted inspection for the high quality interactions between staff and children; and the confidence and independence of the nursery children. The nursery was graded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in April 2011. We are looking for an apprentice, who is motivated and has a keen interest in caring for children and supporting their learning and development. The successful candidate will need to have excellent communication skills and be motivated to learn and train to gain a qualification.

The position includes supporting the children’s individual needs, working as part of a team and working in partnership with parents. Duties include preparing fun activities for the children, supporting their play and learning through engaging in the daily activities in the learning environment, preparing snacks and maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness. The position requires you to have the ability to co-operate and adhere to Pumpkin Patch policies and practices.

Benefits include in-house training and opportunities for career progression are supported.

Pumpkin Patch Nursery endeavours to safeguard children and the successful candidate will be expected to complete a CRB check before starting the position.

Please request an application pack by telephone 01273 554484 or email [email protected]

Pumpkin Patch 109, New Church Road, HOVE, BN3 4BD

Training provided

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Nov 30 2011 Desired qualification level:

Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day. Shifts between 8.00am - 6.00pm.

From £125 per week for first 12 months, then national minimum wage amounts apply.

Supersaurus is a new strategically located in the heart of Hove. We cater for children from 6 months to 5 years.

We are looking for an apprentice to join our team. Somebody who would like to gain a Level 2 or above qualification and has an interest in children's well being, development and learning.

We provide full training and study time. We can support apprentices to gain Early Years Professional Status if required. Full time paid work may be available after qualifying. Pay is reviewed every 3-6 months.

To apply, please email [email protected] for an application pack or write to Supersaurus Nursery, 46 Cromwell Road, Hove, BN3 3ER.

Supersaurus Nursery 46, Cromwell Road, HOVE, BN3 3ER

Training provided

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Nursery Practitioner Apprentice

Closing Date:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

£103.39 - £119.80 per week. £2.76 - £3.20 per hour

Young Sussex Nursery (Dyke Road) is privately owned and is one of three nurseries in Sussex. It is situated in a large converted house in the Seven Dials area of Brighton and we care for children aged 0-5 years.

We believe that our clear and strong values along with over 20 years of refinement, ensures that Young Sussex offers unrivalled childcare. We are committed to the highest standard of care and education for children of all abilities and backgrounds. This has been formally recognised by OFSTED, who in August of this year awarded the nursery with “Outstanding” in all areas.

We are looking for applicants who have a genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development, can demonstrate a desire to learn and develop their own skills, can demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be confident engaging and interacting with children, parents, carers and colleagues.

Duties will include: assisting in resourcing the nursery environment; enhancing the childrens' learning and development; taking shared responsibility for ensuring the nursery achieves high levels of hygiene and assist with planning activities for the children.

The successful candidate will be given high levels of support by our skilled nominated training provider, including one-to-one training and mentoring.

We recognise that excellent practitioners are fundamental for quality of care and so we do all that we can to train, support and retain our staff. We value our staff for their hard work, professionalism, dedication and loyalty by maintaining a programme of continuous professional development. We operate a competency and skills based pay scheme, which is an incentive to staff as it financially rewards them for enhancing their level of qualification and training. There is also a 'long service bonus' scheme and staff uniform is provided.

To apply, please contact Julia Cross on 01273 777001 for a recruitment pack or email [email protected]

Young Sussex (Brighton) 193, Dyke Road, HOVE, BN3 1TL

Qualifications desirable or willing to train

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Early Years

Dec 1 2011 Desired qualification level:

Early Years Assistants - Bank Staff

Closing Date:

Various hours to cover staff absences.

Grade 3, £15,725 per annum, £7.85 per hour

Brighton & Hove City Council operates 6 childcare settings in the city. They are based in Children's Centres and provide high quality care and activities for babies and children aged 0 to 5 years. Our nurseries include: Acorn Nursery, Bright Start Nursery, Cherry Tree Nursery, Jump Start Nursery, Roundabout Nursery and Tarnerland Nursery School.

We are looking for qualified Early Years practitioners to provide ad hoc cover for short and longer term staff absences and 1:1 support for individual children.

You must have experience working with the Early Years Foundation Stage in a childcare/nursery setting which can be from a placement or trainee role. You must also have experience providing care and education to children from a wide range of backgrounds, including those with special educational needs. Essential skills include being flexible to cope with changing needs and demands, good literacy and communication skills, the ability to develop good working relationships with parents, staff and other service providers. The job also requires you to have the ability to co-operate and adhere to health and safety policy, practices and instruction.

Duties include running activities both inside and outside the nursery, participating in the key person system which means taking responsibility for a group of children and recording and reporting on their progress. You will follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and other appropriate legislation and guidance for young children and prepare and serve food, milk, drinks and snacks to children, encourage good nutrition and sociable eating, assist children with personal care including changing nappies, assisting with toileting and other associated welfare duties and carrying out ongoing cleaning of the nursery.

Interviews will take place on a monthly basis

Please contact Sheila Keane on 294525 for further information and Graham Slaughter for an application pack on 296108 or [email protected]

City Early Years and Childcare

3rd Floor, Kings House Grand Avenue, HOVE, BN3 2LS

Level 2

Level 3

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Dec 31 2011 Desired qualification level:

Childrens Centre Creche workers - Bank Staff

Closing Date:

Part time and ad-hoc hours

Supervisor Grade 6, £22,221 per annum, £11.52 per hourAssistant Grade 4, £17,161 per annum, £8.90 per hour

Brighton & Hove City Council provides creche services for parents and carers attending training and specific meetings at our Childrens Centres in Moulsecoomb, Portslade, Tarner, Hollingdean and Whitehawk.

We are looking for qualified Early Years practitioners to provide cover for short and longer term creche sessions. Sessions are not guarenteed and may vary. You must have experience working with the Early Years Foundation Stage in a childcare/nursery setting, and have experience providing care and education to children from a wide range of backgrounds, including those with special educational needs.

Essential skills include being flexible to cope with changing needs and demands, good literacy and communication skills, the ability to develop good working relationships with parents, staff and other service providers.

The job requires you to have the ability to co-operate and adher to health and safety policy, practices and instruction. Duties include running activities, participating in the key person system which means taking responsibility for a group of children and recording and reporting on their progress. You will follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and other appropriate legislation and guidance for young children and prepare and serve food, drinks and snacks to children, encourage good nutrition and sociable eating, assist children with personal care including changing nappies, assisting with toileting and other associated welfare duties and carrying out ongoing cleaning of the creche. As a supervisor your extra roles would be to supervise other members of staff, to risk assess the environment and to ensure the care and learning for the children is appropriate for their needs.

Interviews will take place on a monthly basis.

For more information contact Sheila Keane on 294525 or Sian Bruce (for At Home Childcarers) on 293545. For an application pack contact Graham Slaughter on 296108 or email [email protected]

City Early Years and Childcare

3rd Floor, Kings House Grand Avenue, HOVE, BN3 2LS

Level 2

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Nursery Practitioners - Bank Staff

Closing Date:

Flexible working hours

£6.08 - £7.87 per hour

Young Sussex Nurseries are privately owned. We operate two in Hove and one in Shoreham and care for children aged 0-5 years. We believe that our clear and strong values and over 20 years of refinement, ensures that Young Sussex offers unrivalled childcare. We are committed to the highest standard of care and education for children of all abilities and backgrounds.

We are looking for qualified Early Years practitioners to provide ad hoc cover for short and longer term staff absences at all three of our nurseries. You should have a sound knowledge of the EYFS and be creative and imaginative. Essential skills include: being flexible to cope with changing needs and demands; good literacy and communication skills; the ability to develop good working relationships with parents, staff and other service providers. This job also requires you to have the ability to co-operate and adhere to health and safety policy, practices and instruction.

You should be able to create a stimulating and exciting environment alongside offering high quality care to the children. You will be required to take shared responsibility for ensuring the nursery achieves the highest level of hygiene and assist with planning activities for all children through continual observations. Other duties include: Organising activities both inside and outside the nursery; Following the Early Years Foundation Stage and other appropriate legislation; Preparing food, drinks and snacks for the children; Encouraging good nutrition and sociable eating; Assisting children with personal care routines including changing nappies and toileting.

We operate a competency and skills based pay scheme, which is an incentive to staff as it financially rewards them for enhancing their level of qualification and training. There is also a 'long service bonus scheme' and staff uniform is provided.

To apply, please contact Julia Cross for a recruitment pack on 01273 777001 or email [email protected]

Day Nursery: Young Sussex (Dyke Road)

193, Dyke Road, HOVE, EAST SUSSEX, BN3 1TL

Relevant qualifications or experience

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Nursery Practitioner

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.

£14,000 per annum. £6.08 minimum per hour

Little Angels is a 33 place nursery situated in a 2 storey house in the Withdean area of Brighton. We take children from 3 months to 5 years.

Applicants must be qualified in childcare to a minimum level 3, Early Years Professional Status is desirable. Previous childcare experience is essential, as is a good understanding of the EYFS and the ability to work as part of a team. Good communication skills both written and verbal are essential as is having the confidence to communicate effectively with children, parents, carers and colleagues.

The successful candidate will have key children allocated to them and will be responsible for keeping their records up to date. General duties include supervising and supporting the children with activities, extending their learning whenever possible, preparing and serving meals and supervising hygiene requirements.

Benefits include 28 days annual leave and employee of the month scheme. Staff also take half a day off unpaid every other week.

To apply please call Sam Goodman on 01273 380067 or email [email protected]

Little Angels 18, Whitethorn Drive, BRIGHTON, BN1 5LH

Level 3


Pre-school Manager

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday 8.15am - 3.45pm, term time only

Starting at £9.00 per hour

Little Ducklings Pre-School is based in a local community centre, catering for 2-5 year olds. We are open term time only from 9.15am to 3.15pm every day.

This Pre-school Manager role requires you to have a working knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working in a pre-school setting. Experience in planning and in team management is essential as is experience liaising with committee members, teams of staff, parents and other professionals.

Duties include: supervising the daily programme of pre-school activities and events and having responsibility for implementing systems and policies. Additional training will be available.

Please contact Sandra Pacey for an application pack via email [email protected]

Little Ducklings Hangleton Community Centre, Harmsworth Crescent, HOVE,BN3 8BW

Level 3

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Closing Date:

40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, shifts between 8am - 5pm or 9am - 6pm

£12,480 per annum. £6.08 per hour

We are an Ofsted registered nursery in Hove. We work closely with the EYFS to provide a balanced and stimulating environment so that each child can achieve their learning goals on an individual basis. We offer a free flow environment so that children can choose their own activities, thus learning about independence from an early age. We also provide structured learning activities to help promote each child’s awareness of primary class to come.

The successful candidate will be Level 3 qualified in childcare and have experience working with the EYFS. They will be dedicated to meeting the needs of the children and developing their learning. Experience of working professionally and enthusiatically in a team is also essential as you will be working as part of a team to provide the highest standards of childcare.

Duties include: deputising in the absence of a senior member of staff; taking an active role to develop and deliver a play based curriculum to meet the differing needs of children and enabling their individual potential to be realised; ensuring that all records are regularly updated and maintained; being a key person for individual children and maintaining accurate records to satisfy the requirements of parents and other early years agencies; supervising at mealtimes and providing drinks.

Benefits of this role include the possibility of a full time position after finishing the maternity cover.

To apply, call 01273 204584 or email [email protected]

Little People by the Sea Medina House, Medina Villas, HOVE, BN3 2RP

Level 3 or working towards

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EYFS Graduate Leader

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 35-37 hours per week, term time only. Working times could vary. The setting is open 8am - 6pm.

From £18,000 to £21,000 per annum, pro rata - for people with EYPSFrom £15,000 per annum, pro-rata - for people studying towards EYPS

PACES is an established, professionally run nursery providing high quality day care and education to children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We are a small team of 6 staff who support approx. 30 children.

An exciting role for an EYFS Graduate Leader has been created at PACES in Brighton. It offers an opportunity for an experienced practitioner, ideally with Early Years Professional Status, to join the team working to support the diverse needs of the children and families within the heart of the local community.

The successful candidate will lead areas of practice and support and work in partnership with the staff team to deliver the goals of the setting for children aged 0-5. The Graduate Leader will meet consistently high standards and will play a key role as part of the leadership team to deliver effective practice in the Early Years Foundation Stage and raise outcomes for children.

Interview date is 17 November 2011. Start date is January 2012. Initially this role will be a one year contract. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply.

For further details about the role and to obtain an application form please contact Peggy Fenlon on 01273 671675 or email [email protected]

Paces For Brighton Valley Social Centre, Whitehawk Way, BRIGHTON, BN25HE


Early Years Professional Status

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Early Years Teacher

Closing Date:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based on staff rota.

£20,000 - £22,000 per annum. £10.25 - £11.28 per hour.

Playcare is a 64 place setting, caring for children 1 to 5 years. Centrally located and well established, Playcare offers high quality childcare.

We seek a dynamic individual to head our pre-school group who can demonstrate inspiration, self-motivation and creativity centred on children's individual needs.

The successful candidate will be Level 3 qualified in childcare or have qualified teacher status in early years. They will have an excellent practical knowledge of the EYFS, planning, assessment and child development, have confident leadership skills and the experience to manage a small team of practitioners. Knowledge of Quality Assurance schemes is desirable.

We offer great opportunities and potential for further training and career progression and organise regular staff social activities.

To apply please email your CV to Sara Lee at [email protected]

Playcare Nursery 6, Windlesham Road, BRIGHTON, BN1 3AG




Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hour contact time per week, based on staff rota.

£11,000 - £14,000 per annum. From £4.92 (the 18-20 year rate) and from £5.93 (the rate for workers aged 21 and over) to £7.17 per hour.

Playcare Nursery is an established and vibrant nursery in the centre of Brighton. We cater for children between the ages of 1 and 5 years, providing excellent care, with home cooked meals.

The successful applicant will be qualified to Level 2, be newly qualified to Level 3 or working towards a Level 3 qualification. They must show an aptitude for teamwork, working with children and knowledge of EYFS. We are looking for a dynamic Nursery Practitioner to join our longstanding teaching and nursery team. You will be based in our 2-3 years age group, working a free flow system and caring for children’s individual needs.

Key responsibilities include the provision of quality care, key person observations, building good relationships with parents and families and maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness.

Playcare encourages career development and supports training.

To apply please email your CV to: [email protected] the attention of Sara Lee (Nursery Manager)

Playcare Nursery 6, Windlesham Road, BRIGHTON, BN1 3AG

Qualified or willing to work towards level 2 or 3

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Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week based on a weekly rota. We operate 7.30am - 6.30pm.

£12,650 - £14,500 per annum. £6.08 - £6.97 per hour.

Pumpkin Patch is a well established 45 place setting, providing high quality care and learning for children aged 3 months - 5 years. The nursery was praised at it’s recent Ofsted inspection of the high interactions and independence of the nursery children and was graded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted April 2011.

The successful applicant will be qualified to Level 3, they must show an in depth knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, planning and observation and have experience of being a key person and recording children's development and liaising with parents.

Good literacy and communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and knowledge of the statutory requirements and safeguarding are essential. We are looking for staff who are qualified to a minimum Level 3 in childcare and education (or equivalent), who will enjoy working within a dedicated, established team and who are committed to providing an outstanding quality of provision.

The position includes supporting the children's individual needs, working as part of a team and working in partnership with parents. You will be a key person for a number of children and will be responsible for ensuring their needs are met, and that their development profiles and observations are kept up to date. You will receive support from the unit supervisor and you will be expected to attend regular staff meetings and parent's evenings. The position requires you to co-operate and adhere to Pumpkin Patch policies and practices.

Benefits include in-house training, and opportunities for career progression are supported.

Pumpkin Patch Nursery endeavours to safeguard children and the successful candidate will be expected to complete a CRB check before starting the position.

Please apply for a job application pack by telephoning 01273 554484 or emailing [email protected]

Pumpkin Patch 109, New Church Road, HOVE, BN3 4BD

Level 3

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Pre-school Assistant

Closing Date:

23.5 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.00am - 2.00pm and Wednesday 9.00am - 12.30pm

£6.30 - 6.50 per hour

We are a committee run pre school in St. Philip's Church Hall in Hove. Our setting is open during term time only and we can accommodate up to 28 children per session, aged from 2 to 5 years.

We are looking for someone to join our team who has knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, including planning, assessment and record keeping. The ideal applicant will be willing to train in Makaton as it is used with all the children within our setting, also ongoing EYFS training and development is essential.

Duties will include setting up and packing away resources and equipment on a daily basis, being a key person to 8-10 children and encouraging and developing 2-5 year olds through their play, both indoors and outside.

Benefits include having the opportunity to participate in further training, some of which may be outside working hours.

For an application pack email Laura, [email protected]

See Saw Preschool St. Philips Church Hall, New Church Road, HOVE, EASTSUSSEX, BN3 4BB

Level 3 or working towards

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Nursery Supervisor

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. (Sometimes 6pm to cover the absence of the manager)

£14,000 - £15,000 per annum

At Young Friends Nursery, we aim to create an environment that represents the feeling of a family home and we aim to provide the children with the best care and learning opportunities.

We are looking for a qualified childcare practioner to join our team. The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 3 qualification, will have significant experience working with children in a nursery setting, have supervisory experience in a similar role, strong interpersonal skills, be a skillful communicator and recognise the importance of partnership with parents. Good knowledge of the EYFS is essential as is the ability to motivate and inspire staff and role model excellent childcare practice.

This is a new exciting role, created due to the expansion of the nursery, a varied and independent role where the successful candidate will experience working with all age groups and working closely with the whole staff team.

The role involves working alongside the manager to oversee the whole learning environment and ensure planning is up to date, to taking responsibility for staff attending training courses, to allow staff time for planning and paperwork, to ensure the nursery is well supplied and resourced, to communicate messages from parents and visitors, to be an integral part of communication between staff and management The nursery is keen to support staff development by enabling access to training. We have regular staff meetings and social events.

To request an application pack, email [email protected] or call 01273 735100. For more information about the post contact Sally Gallagher the nursery manager on 01273 735100.

Young Friends Nursery 89, Holland Road, HOVE, BN3 1JP

Level 3

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Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

£11,844 - £13,893 per annum. £6.08 - £7.12 per hour

Young Sussex Nursery (Dyke Road) is privately owned and is one of three nurseries in Sussex. It is situated in a large converted house in the Seven Dials area of Brighton and cares for children aged 0-5 years.

We believe that our clear, strong values, and over 20 years of refinement, ensures that Young Sussex offers unrivalled childcare and ensures we are committed to the highest standards of care and education for children of all abilities and backgrounds. This has been formally recognised by OFSTED, who in August of this year awarded the nursery with 'Outstanding' in all areas.

We are looking for an experienced qualified Nursery Practitioner who is looking for a new challenge and potential career progression. You should be able to create a stimulating and exciting environment in your room alongside offering high quality care to the children. You should have a sound knowledge of the EYFS and be creative and imaginative.

Duties: to assist in resourcing the nursery environment to enhance the children's learning and development. Take shared responsibility for ensuring the nursery achieves the highest level of hygiene and assist with planning activities for all children through continual observations.

Benefits: we operate a competency and skills based pay scheme, incentivising staff by financially rewarding them for enhancing their level of qualification and training. We operate a 'long service bonus scheme' and uniform is provided. We recognise that excellent practitioners are fundamental for quality of care, so we do all that we can to train, support and retain our staff. We value our staff, for their hard work, professionalism, dedication and loyalty by maintaining a programme of continuous professional development.




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Lunchtime Practitioner

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 11am - 2.30pm (hours negotiable)

£11,884 - £13,893 per annum pro rata, £6.08 - £7.12 per hour

Young Sussex Nursery (Dyke Road) is privately owned and is one of three nurseries in Sussex. It is situated in a large converted house in the Seven Dials area of Brighton and we care for children aged 0-5 years here.

We believe that our clear and strong values, and over 20 years of refinement, ensures that Young Sussex offers unrivalled childcare and ensures we are committed to the highest standard of care and education for children of all abilities and backgrounds. This has been formally recognised by OFSTED, who in August of this year awarded the nursery with “Outstanding” in all areas.

We are looking for applicants will have a genuine interest in supporting children’s learning and development and be able to demonstrate a desire to learn and develop their own skills. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with and interact with children, staff and parents. The successful applicant will be required to move between rooms, therefore experience working with different ages is essential.

Duties will include: helping the nursery housekeeper to serve food; supporting staff when the children are eating – for the younger children this will mean feeding them and for the older children sitting with them and providing encouragement; light cleaning duties once the children have finished their meals; sitting with the children, helping them during rest time, reading them stories and engaging them in activities.

We operate a competency and skills based pay scheme, which is an incentive to staff as it financially rewards for enhancing their level of qualification and training. There is also a 'long service bonus scheme' and staff uniform is provided.




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Home Childcarers

Mar 1 2012 Desired qualification level:

At Home Childcarers

Closing Date:

Various hours

Various rates of pay

Looking after children and young people in their homes, you could work during the daytime, evenings or weekends, and earn extra money providing safe, reliable and high quality childcare service.

If you are already qualified to work with children and young people or would like to benefit from our package of training and support, then this could be for you.

We offer: Ofsted Voluntary Childcare registration fee, training in childcare skills, safeguarding children, advice on working directly with families and regular updates on work opportunities with families across the city.

To receive an application pack contact Sian Bruce by telephone: 01273 293545, by email: [email protected], by post to the above address.

Level 2

Playwork


Babysitters x 15

Closing Date:


£6.50 per hour

Class Of Their Own provides high quality, child centred, affordable out childcare for children aged 4-11 years. We have recently started a Babysitting Service for parents across Brighton & Hove, the service is called Class Of Their Own@Home and it offers childcare in the home for children aged 0-14 years.

The role is babysitting for children in their ownn home. It is essential that you have experience in caring for children. Training will be given which includes First Aid, Child Protection and a general induction.

To apply, either download an application form from the website www.classoftheirown.com (go to “the team” page) or email [email protected] or call 01273 732868.

Class of Their Own 39, Portland Road, HOVE, EAST SUSSEX, BN3 5DQ


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Bank Playworkers

Closing Date:


£6.36 per hour (unqualified) £6.90 per hour (qualified)

Class of Their Own provides high quality, child centred, affordable out-of-school childcare for children aged 4-11. We operate in 12 locations across Brighton & Hove. In all our clubs each child's individual needs are taken into account to ensure they are happy and have fun in a safe environment. The clubs are registered for between 40 and 48 children.

We are currently seeking Bank Staff for all our clubs to cover staff holiday, training or sickness. Bank playworkers are either booked in advance or on the day. Duties will include helping with activities such as arts and crafts, acting, indoor and outdoor games, cooking and sports.

Benefits include: competitive salary, paid holiday, career development and training opportunities. For the right candidate we offer the chance to join a motivated team in a fun, relaxed and professional environment. Many of our bank playworkers go on to become permanent staff.

To apply, either download an application form from the website www.classoftheirown.com (go to “the team” page) or email [email protected] or call 01273 732868.


Qualified or willing to work towards level 2 or 3

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Area Manager

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday, 9am - 6pm. 40 hours per week.

£26,000 - £32,000 per annum. £12.50 - £15 per hour

Class of Their Own provide after school, holiday, babysitting and party services for children aged 4-11 in Brighton, Hove and West Sussex. A new role for an Area Manager has been created. The Area Manager will be based in the company's Head Office in Hove and will be responsible for the smooth day to day running of the company's after school and holiday clubs. This will be a varied and interesting job for an applicant with the right skills.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in all or most of the following: excellent communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills; managing a large team; delivering high quality play provision; Ofsted inspections, regulations and requirements; coaching and mentoring; child protection; dealing with challenging behaviour from children; working in partnership; complaint handling; use of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel; effectively organising a diverse workload; remaining calm under pressure; working as part of a team; working on own initiative; a full driving licence is essential.

Duties of this role include: overall management for 11 After School and 6 Holiday Clubs in Brighton & Hove; direct line management and on-going support (telephone, email and face-to-face) for club supervisors; child protection officer; regularly visit clubs to provide feedback and support; provide support around challenging behaviour and attend meetings as necessary; coach, mentor and appraise supervisors to enable them to improve their skills; identify areas for improvement and implement best practice; motivate, manage and train a diverse team; handle, record and monitor complaints and feedback as appropriate.

Benefits for the right candidate include: competitive salary, paid holiday, career development and training opportunities.

To apply, download an application form from 'the team' page of the website www.classoftheirown.com. Or email [email protected] or call 01273 733337.



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Supervisor

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday 3pm to 6.15pm. Plus 3 hours per week for staff meetings and planning and a 3 hour half termly supervisor meeting.

£11.25 per hour

Class of Their Own provide high quality, child centred, affordable out of school play provision for children aged 4 - 11 in 12 locations across Brighton & Hove.

At our clubs, each session is based around child inspired activities which are developed throughout the session using activities such as arts and crafts, acting, indoor and outdoor games, cooking and sports, the children can choose to take part in these or free play with their friends. Each child's individual needs are taken into account to ensure they are happy and have fun in a safe environment.

We are looking to recruit a Supervisor for our Stanford club which is a vibrant, busy club and has an established team in place. It is registered for 48 children and is currently full, on 4 days of the week. The successful candidate will have experience of managing a team and a large setting, have a Level 3 qualification in playwork or qualified teacher status and be available to commence work in January 2012.

The role involves supervising the staff team, planning and providing a great play space for children, communicating with parents, maintaining good relationships with the school team, buying resources, collecting payments, working in partnership with the Management Team, you will be fully supported by an Area Co-ordinator.

For the right candidate, we offer the chance to join a motivated team in a fun, relaxed and professional environment. Benefits include: competitive salary, paid holiday, career development and training opportunities. There is also the option to work up to 45 hours in the holidays.

To apply: download an application form from our web-site: www.classoftheirown.com (go to 'the team' page) or e-mail [email protected] or call 01273 733337.


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Supervisor Maternity Cover

Closing Date:

Monday to Friday 2.45pm to 6.00pm. Plus 3 hours per week for staff meetings and planning and a 3 hour half termly supervisor meeting.

£11.25 per hour


At our clubs, each session is based around child inspired activities which are developed throughout the session using activities (such as arts and crafts, acting, indoor and outdoor games, cooking and sports), the children can take part in these or free play with their friends. Each child's individual needs are taken into account to ensure they are happy and have fun in a safe environment.

We are looking to recruit a Supervisor for our club at West Hove which is a vibrant, busy club and has an established team in place. It is registered for 48 children and is currently full 4 days of the week. The position has become available as the existing Supervisor is going on maternity leave. The successful candidate will have experience of managing a team and running a large setting, have a a level 3 qualification in playwork or qualified teacher status.

The role involves supervising the staff team, planning and providing a great play space for children, communicating with parents, maintaining good relationships with the school team, buying resouces, collecting payments, working in partnership with the Management Team, you will be fully supported by an Area Co-ordinator.

For the right candidate we offer the chance to join a motivated team in a fun, relaxed and professional environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, paid holiday, career development and training opportunities. There is also the option to work up to 45 hours per week in the holidays and there may be the opportunity of a permanent role in another setting at the end of the maternity cover.

To apply: download an application form from our web-site www.classoftheirown.com (go to 'the team' page) or e-mail [email protected] or call 01273 733337


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Mobile Play Project Playworker x 2

Closing Date:

Part-time, initially fixed-term for one year. Mainly after school hours during the term time and holiday periods as requested.

£15,725 - £16,830 per annum pro rata (scale 3)

Brighton and Hove Council’s Play Service are seeking to recruit two committed and enthusiastic Playworkers with minimum level 2 qualification, to contribute to the planning and delivery of the Mobile Play Project. One job is for 25 hours per week and the other is for 15 hours per week.

Playworkers require a combination of skills including the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with members of the public, with colleagues, with children and young people. Experience of working as part of a small team is essential. The job requires you to drive a large vehicle so experience or a willingness to undertake training is also required.

As a Playworker you will be expected to contribute positively in the planning and delivery of creative, safe and challenging mobile play provision on behalf of Brighton & Hove for children aged 0-12 years.

The successful candidate will work within the policies and procedures as set out by the Play Service and assist the supervisor in the planning, organisation and delivery of mobile play activities within an equal opportunities framework. You will ensure the delivery of creative play opportunities in a safe and caring environment and will relate professionally with the general public at all times.

If you need further information, please contact Paul Waller on 01273 292733 or email [email protected]

To apply online go to www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs and search for jobs. The job reference is CYPT0630.

Please Note: Brighton and Hove City Council does not accept C.V.s

Play Service, Youth and Connexions

c/o Human Resources, Brighton & Hove City Council King'sHouse, HOVE, EAST SUSSEX, BN3 3SR

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Recruitment Agencies


Nursery Assistants

Closing Date:

Part or full time

£7.00 - £9.00 per hour

Hanover Care is Brighton and Hove's largest supplier of agency nursery staff with over 10 years experience supplying to local authorities and private nurseries across Sussex.

You will be required to have at least 6 months experience in an early years setting. Childcare qualification desirable but not essential.

Applicants would need to be flexible to cover various shift patterns between 7.45am- 6.15pm to work in various nurseries and pre schools across Brighton and Hove.

Flexible working, free training, 28 days holiday per year and excellent rates of pay.

Email your CV to: [email protected] or call Simon or James 01273 723090.

Hanover Care 71, Church Road, HOVE, EAST SUSSEX, BN3 2BB



Nursery Assistants - Supply Cover

Closing Date:

Various hours

£6.00 - £10.00 per hour

Hays Education are the largest supplier of staff to the education sector. We pride ourselves in offering a professional and bespoke approach to recruitment and our Early Years Consultant is industry qualified, offering a knowledgeable and personal service to both our clients and supply staff. We are currently recruiting for Early Years workers to work in the Brighton and Hove area.

We are looking to recruit supply staff who hold a Level 2/3 recognised childcare qualification in Early Years. Experience within the childcare industry, good theoretical and working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is essential.

Applicants will need to be flexible to cover shifts patterns between 8.00am - 6.00pm daily. Jobs will vary from working within Children's Centres to schools supporting groups or individuals from birth to nursery and reception age. I

If you are interested in registering or wish to find out about nursery jobs in Brighton & Hove, East and West Sussex then contact Jodie now on 01273 729465. Alternatively, email your CV to [email protected].

Hays Education International House 78 - 81, Queens Road, BRIGHTON,EAST SUSSEX, BN1 3XE

Level 2

Level 3

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Nursery practitioners

Closing Date:

Various hours available

£6.00 - £8.00 per hour

Medacs Healthcare is a national social care recruitment agency. Recently we have had a huge demand for more qualified nursery/early years cover. We supply a number of different nurseries and the local council.

The ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification but unqualified people with a minimum of 6 months paid work experience can also apply as there are a variety of posts available.

Benefits include flexible working pattern, pensions, childcare, training - including free qualification courses and opportunities for career progression.

To apply please contact the office on 01273 734057 or alternatively email the Nursery Consultant – [email protected]

Medacs Healthcare 23, Queens Road, BRIGHTON, BN1 3XA

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Temporary / Bank


Bank Cover Supervisor

Closing Date:


£9.20 per hour


At our clubs, each session is based around child inspired activities which are developed throughout the session using activities (such as arts and crafts, acting, indoor and outdoor games, cooking and sports) which the children can take part in, or free play with their friends. Each child's individual needs are taken into account to ensure they are happy and have fun in a safe environment.

We are looking to recruit Bank Supervisors to cover sickness, holiday and also to cover regular days. The successful candidate will have a level 3 qualification in Playwork, other relevant childcare qualification or qualified teacher status. An experience of supervising a team and large group of children is essential.

The role involves supervising the staff team, planning and providing a great play space for children, communicating with parents, maintaining good relationships with the school team, collecting payments, working in partnership with the Management team, you will be fully supported by an Area Co-ordinator.

For the right candidate, we offer the chance to join a motivated team in a fun, relaxed and professional environment. Benefits include: competitive salary, paid holiday, career development and training opportunities.

To apply: download an application form from our web-site: www.classoftheirown.com (then go to 'the team' page) or e-mail [email protected] or call 01273 733337


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Voluntary


Volunteer art playworker

Closing Date:

Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 3 - 5pm

Voluntary position

Artyfacts is an established after school art club that offers classes to various primary schools in Brighton and Hove. I am looking for a volunteer who is reliable and organised and has experience working with children.

In return for your commitment I can offer you supervision, work experience and references.

To apply please email a CV and contact number to Maxine Allan [email protected] or phone 07989 472760

Artyfacts



Volunteer Playworkers

Closing Date:

A minimum of one session out of five per week. Sessions last 3 hours, 3pm to 6pm.

Voluntary position

Class of Their Own provides high quality, child-centred, affordable out of school childcare for children aged 4-11 in 10 locations across Brighton and Hove. The clubs are registered for between 40 and 48 children.

At our clubs, children’s needs are taken into account to ensure they are happy and have fun in a safe environment. Each session is based around child-inspired activities which are developed using activities such as arts and crafts, acting, indoor and outdoor games, cooking and sports. The children can take part or free play with their friends.

We are currently seeking volunteers for our clubs to help enhance the children’s play and to support individual children. We are looking for people who are interested in a career working with children. Experience working in a team is essential.

For the right candidates we offer the chance to join a motivated team in a focussed, professional environment. Benefits include career development and training opportunities.

To apply: download an application form on the ‘Team Section’ of our website www.classoftheirown.com or email [email protected] or call 01273 733337.



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www.adoptioninbrightonandhove.org.uk

01273 295444 Provides Information about Fostering and Adoption

Brighton and Hove City Council

Other useful contacts:

For Childminding

For Fostering / Adoption

For a career in Teaching

Provides information and advice about Childminding and support with registration, training and start up costs.

01273 293545

Produces a schools vacancy bulletin list of teaching and teaching assistant jobs in Brighton & Hove

Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)

Provides information on jobs in teaching and careers and training to become a teacher

For jobs in the Health Service

South Downs Health Be part of the wider healthcare team Provides lists of job vacancies locally and information on starting a new career in nursing, social /family care, therapy, midwifery, working with children with complex needs, maternity.

NHS Careers For information on careers in the National Health Service in England

0845 6000991www.tda.gov.uk

www.jobs.brighton-hove.gov.uk

01273 696011NHS jobs website:www.southdowns.nhs.uk

0845 6060 655www.nhscareers.nhs.uk

Family Information Service


www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fis

www.fosteringinbrightonandhove.org.uk

For jobs in Social Care

Department of Health For jobs in social care working with children, families and young people. Community work or working in residential home with families, young people and adults.

Social Work and Care Careers 0300 123 1100

www.socialcareers.co.uk

Supporting people into employment, advice on training and benefits

Working Links

Working with 13 - 19 yr olds

For general advice and support

Confused about qualifications?

Looking for work outside of Brighton & Hove?

Provides information on training and qualifications in youth work

Information on childcare job vacancies, training and financial support if you live or work outside of Brighton & Hove

01323 747494

Provides information on becoming a youth worker

Provides information, advice and guidance to young people

Supporting lone parents and unemployed people into work

Advice and support for people getting back into work. Benefits & support. Skills and training advice.

Directgov

Provides information on qualifications and training for working in childcare

National Recognition Information Centre (UK) (NARIC)

Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC)

Provides official information on the comparability of international qualifications

Advice on courses and how they fit into the qualifications framework, plus information on accreditation for prior learning

West Sussex

Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA)

01403 320345

www.direct.gov.uk

01273 774010www.workinglinks.co.uk

Job Search 08456 060 234 Benefits 0800 055 6688www.jobseekers.direct.gov.uk

0808 0013219www.connexions-direct.com

01273 293591www.brighton-hove.gov.uk

0116 242 7350www.nya.org.uk

0300 303 3011www.qca.org.uk

0871 330 7033www.naric.org.uk

0113 244 6311www.cwdcouncil.org.uk


Connexions Direct

East Sussex County Council

Job Centre Plus

www.eastsussex.gov.uk

www.westsussex.gov.uk

Youth Employability Service Provides information, advice, guidance and support to 16-18 year olds, resident in the city, who are not in employment, education or training

01273 294247 or 'like' us on Facebook/Youth Employability Service

The National Youth Agency

childcare job vacancy list 24th october 2011

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