Childcare job vacancies

 

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All posts are subject to Criminal Records Bureau and OFSTED checks.
 

NB:      If you are looking for vacancies in the maintained schools sector, please contact Educational Personnel Management on 01480 431993, who deal with teacher's personnel issues, payroll and supply lists.  Or you may wish to visit their website at www.epm.co.uk

 

Pre-School/Childcare Workers & Assistants
 
Pre-School Assistant
Noah's Ark Pre-School, Loxley Community Centre, Werrington, Peterborough, PE4 5BW.
We are a community run group located in Werrington.  We wish to appoint a pre-school assistant for two or possibly three sessions per week, plus record keeping time.  A love of working with children and a willingness to undertake training as part of professional development is essential.  Salary is dependant on qualifications.
Please telephone or call in for an application form 07951 213798 Jackie Weaver.
Closing date for applications is 10th October 2008.
 
Trainee Nursery Nurses
Alpha Kindergarten School (Fletton), 66 Fletton Avenue, Fletton, Peterborough, PE2 8AU.
If you have chosen 'nursery care' as your profession and have the ability, aptitude and appropriative caring as well as a professional manner then we would like to hear from you.  You could already be on a college course and are looking for a placement.  Alternatively you may just prefer to do your training and achieve qualifications whilst working directly with us.
We have two nurseries in Peterborough so please contact the manager at either setting to find out what options are available for training at Alpha and if we have an appropriate current vacancy.
Alpha Fletton: Sam Greenwood 01733 311080.
Alpha Orton: Kerry Wilson 01733 390969.
 
Nursery Nurses
Alpha Kindergarten School (Fletton), 66 Fletton Avenue, Fletton, Peterborough, PE2 8AU.
Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent with experience.
We are looking for the right person to join our professional and friendly team.  You will already have the appropriate qualifications and ideally, appropriate practice experience.  You will also have knowledge of birth to three and Foundation Stage.  If you are newly qualified but have yet to fully develop your practice, have the right enthusiasm and dedication for the role then we would still like to hear from you.  Hours are 41.25 per week on morning and late shifts.
Please contact the nursery manager Sam Greenwood in complete confidence on 01733 311080 for more information and to obtain an application form.
 
Pre-School Assistant
Paston Fundays, c/o Honeyhill Centre, Honeyhill, Paston, Peterborough, PE4 7DR.
Family Action Peterborough wish to appoint a pre-school assistant based at the Honeyhill Centre, Paston, Peterborough.
Responsible to the pre-school supervisor of Paston Fundays, project manager and the assistant regional manager.
Salary is £5.99 per hour and is for 18½ hours per week term time only.
Applicants must have a NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Please contact Chris Akrill, Linda Laletin or Pauline Moorhouse on 01733 892858 for more information and an application form.
 
Nursery Nurse
Bright Kids Day Nursery, 60 Innovation Way, Lynchwood Business Park, Peterborough, PE2 6FL.
Due to vast uptake of childcare places; we require a full-time Nursery Nurse.  Applicants must hold a relevant level 3 childcare qualification.  An Enhanced CRB disclosure will be required for the successful applicant, and a willingness to train further in the childcare field is desired.
Please contact Anna at Bright Kids Day Nursery on 01733 361290 or via email on brightkidsdaynursery@hotmail.com for further information or to apply for the post.
 
Senior / Nursery Practitioner (2 posts)
Little Stars Day Nursery, 124-128 Dogsthorpe Road, Peterborough, PE1 3AL.
Our nursery is designed to be both cosy and stimulating.  It is structured in such a way as to promote children's independence, decision making and problem solving.  We have an excellent working environment.
42 Hours per week.  NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification is required.
If you would like to be part our successful team and would like more information or an application form please contact Debbie on 01733 312612.
 

Supervisory/Managerial Positions 

 
Deputy Manager
Bright Kids Day Nursery, 60 Innovation Way, Lynchwood Business Park, Peterborough, PE2 6FL
Applicants must hold a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification.  An Enhanced CRB disclosure will be required for the successful applicant, and a willingness to train further in the childcare field is desired.
Please contact Anna at Bright Kids Day Nursery on 01733 361290 or via email on brightkidsdaynursery@hotmail.com for further information or to apply for the post.
 
Pre-School Supervisor
Glinton Pre-School Playgroup, Glinton Youth Centre, c/o Arthur Mellows Village College, Glinton, Peterborough, PE6 7JX.
Are you fun, self-motivated, love children and enjoy being in a team?  We are actively seeking a new pre-school supervisor to start September 2008.  The position is part-time.  Previous managerial or supervisory experience necessary must have Level 3 qualification or above.
If you feel you have what is takes please send your CV with a covering letter marked private and confidential to Leanne Jackson, Chairperson, Glinton Pre-School Playgroup, Glinton Youth Centre, c/o Arthur Mellows Village College, Glinton, Peterborough, PE6 7JX.
 
Deputy Manager
St John's (Orton) Pre-School, Riseholme, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5SP.
Applicants must have a NNEB or level 3 qualification with extensive experience.
Hours will be 8.00am-3.15pm term time only.
Please send your CV direct to the manager Mrs Teresa Rooney, 12 Augusta Close, Parnwell, Peterborough, PE1 5NJ.
Closing date for receipt of CV's is 17th October 2008.
 
Deputy Manager
Little Stars Day Nursery, 124-128 Dogsthorpe Road, Peterborough, PE1 3AL.
Our nursery is designed to be both cosy and stimulating.  It is structured in such a way as to promote children's independence, decision making and problem solving.  We have an excellent working environment.
42 Hours per week.  NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification is required.
If you would like to be part our successful team and would like more information or an application form please contact Debbie on 01733 312612.
 
Deputy Play Leader
Club 4-11, c/o Newborough Primary School, School Road, Newborough, Peterborough, PE6 7RG
Hours are from 8.00am to 9.00am each weekday morning and from 3.00pm to 6.00pm in the afternoons during term time.  Holiday club hours are also available if desired.
We are looking for someone to share the work of the Play Leader including administration, accounts and policy writing.  Candidates will be enthusiastic with fresh ideas to enhance the setting and ideally will have NVQ Level 3 in Playwork or the equivalent.  Training could be provided for the right person.
(£7.00 to £8.00 per hour dependant on experience)
If you are interested or would like further information or an application form please ring Mary French 01733 810612 during club hours.
 

Other Vacancies

 
Nursery Cook
The Day Nursery, 32-34 Priestgate, Peterborough, PE1 1JL.
Job roles include: Planning a variety of healthy eating menus for up to 56 children, shopping, cooking and cleaning.
Previous experience of cooking within a nursery setting is essential.
Flexible Hours - Monday to Friday.  Pay £6.50 per hour. 
For more information or to apply please ring Angie on 01733 890555.  Alternatively please email:  thedaynurserypeterborough@talktalk.com
 

Playworkers

 
Playwork Assistant
Hampton Vale Out of School Club, c/o Hampton Vale Primary School, West Lake Avenue, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8LN
Starting: September 2008
Hours: 3.25pm - 5.45pm
We are looking for a cheerful and enthusiastic person to join our after-school care team.  Looking after children from aged 4-11 you will be involved in organising and supervising play in our fun after-school club. You will work as part of a team of 3-4 people, looking after around 24 children.  Ideally we are looking for someone to work five days per week but can be flexible depending on circumstances.
Experience of working with children and a Level 2 qualification in childcare/playwork/education (or higher) is essential. Training is available, candidates should be willing to undertake training as required for the post.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for this post to: Mrs N Wright, Hampton Vale Out of School Club, c/o 23 Knighton Close, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8LJ
For an informal chat please contact Nina Wright on 07910 822477.
 
Playworker
Time to Play Club, c/o Southfields Junior School, Stanground, Peterborough, PE2 8PU.
We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable playworkers to join our small friendly team caring for up to 26 children daily aged 4- 11 yrs.  Hours negotiable up to 16 hrs per week.  Opening times: breakfast club 7.45am-8.45am, after school 3.00pm-6.00pm term time.  Some hours during summer holiday club.  Minimum NVQ level 2 in play work required.  Persons in training considered.  The successful candidate will be subject to CRB clearance.  Cost/salary details: dependent on qualifications and experience.
Please apply in writing enclosing a CV to the address above.  Closing date: 6th June 2008.
For further details contact the manager on 07518 034109.
 
Playwork Assistant
The Super Mystery Out of School Club, c/o Hampton Vale Primary School, West Lake Avenue, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8LN.
Starting: September 2008
Hours: 3.25pm - 5.45pm
We are looking for a cheerful and enthusiastic person to join our after school care team. Looking after children from aged 4-11 you will be involved in organising and supervising play in our fun after school club. You will work as part of a team of 3-4 people, looking after around 24 children.
From July we need someone to work two afternoons per week, rising to five afternoons per week from September (this is flexible and we could accommodate fewer days depending on applicants).
Experience of working with children and a Level 2 qualification in childcare/playwork/education (or higher) is essential.  Training is available and candidates should be willing to undertake training as required for the post.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for this post to:
Mrs N Wright, Hampton Vale Out of School Club, c/o 23 Knighton Close, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8LJ.  For further information please telephone us on 07910 822477.  Please do not contact the school by telephone as they will not be able to answer queries about this position.
 

Supply/Bank Staff

 
Peterborough Staff Bank
Recruiting now!
We're looking for dependable, qualified (Level 2 Level 6) staff who want to work flexible hours in various settings across Peterborough.
If you're qualified but don't want to work full time, or you want some variety to your working week or some extra work during school holidays then let us know.
Hours are down to your discretion, so you only work what you want to work!
For more information contact Katie Clipston on 07876 247398 or email Katie at katiewoolnough@ndna.org.uk for more information and a joining pack.
Peterborough staff bank has been set up in conjunction with Peterborough City Council and National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA)
 
Relief Managers
Fun House Care Club, c/o Northborough Primary School, Church Street, Northborough, Peterborough, PE6 9BN.
Relief Manager to help cover holidays or sickness in the before and after school club.
Relief Managers are also required for the summer club which is run between 8.00am and 5.30pm.
Applicants must be NVQ Level 3 trained.
For further information and a formal chat please phone Linda Kent on 01733 253685
 

Childminders

A Career in your own home!
Childminders
Peterborough needs more childminders.  By law, if you provide, for reward, more than 2 hours car a day for a child under 8 years of age who is not related to you, you must register as a Childminder.  Free information sessions will be taking place in Peterborough.  We can help you gain the relevant qualifications.
For more information, please contact Peterborough's Childcare Information Services, Opportunity Links, on free phone 0800 29 89 121.
 
Peterborough City Council. Town Hall, Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1QT - (01733) 747474 - DX12310 Peterborough 1