Job Information
Due to staff progression,3exciting opportunitieshavearisen inourCubs & Kits Daycare Nursery and Pre-Schoolfor us to recruittwo37 hoursper weekEarly Years Workerposts, basedatourBerwick Family Hub.
We are looking for individuals who havegood communicationskills, are self-motivated,reliable and enjoy working as part of a busy team. You will have had experience of working with babies/children 6months 4 years old, in an Early Years setting, hold a minimum level 3 Early Years qualification, have a sound understanding of child development and the needs of young childrenalongwith a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and Practice. You will also be competent completing childrens assessments and working and communicatingwith families and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for children and families.
Further details are available in the job description and person specification. If would like an informal conversation,please call Jacqui Gibb, Family Hub Manger, 07775015158
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including: 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexi scheme (if applicable) up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available
Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Racial Equality Further information
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We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please emailhrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.ukor ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
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