Little Oaks Pre-school in Waddesdon is looking for a unqualified Pre-school Assistant to join our fun and friendly sessions, working within a team of experienced, and professional caring staff. The position could start as soon as possible (following the receipt of suitable references and clearance via other suitability checks and completion of the statutory training courses as outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory requirements).

Minimum 19.5 hours per week term time only - Monday, Wednesday & Friday (applicant must be available between the hours of 09.00 to 15.30).

Salary paid at the national minimum/living wage (rate dependant on age and qualification).
• Do you have a passion and drive to support children?
• Are you flexible, pro-active and hands-on?
• If so, you could be the person we are looking for!

As a dedicated and passionate pre-school assistant, you will play a vital role in creating engaging activities tailored to each child's needs, promoting their development towards key milestones. Supporting a safe and nurturing environment to empower children to express themselves, engage their minds, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

• Supporting children's learning and development through play and activities
• Working closely with staff to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Encouraging children's independence, confidence, and social skills

You will work alongside members of the management team, pre-school staff, committee members and outside agencies to develop existing practice, and maintain the settings high standards through caring relationships with the families in our care.

The position will involve setting up and clearing away resources at the beginning and end of our sessions, caring for children including those with additional needs, working on targets set to help the children reach their full potential. A cheerful and caring disposition and a willingness to work hard and learn are essential!

Previous applicants need not apply.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and does require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and suitable references. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

For a full job description and further details, please e-mail your CV to littleoakspreschool@yahoo.co.uk we will then forward on an application form to prospective candidates, if you have any queries, please contact our Business & Finance Manager, Debbie Albrighton via e-mail.

Please note this role does not have a fixed closing date. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we will shortlist and interview candidates as they are received. We encourage early applications.

Little Oaks Pre-School has an Equal Opportunities Policy, and we encourage applications from all sectors of the community.