Reference: A9968 Description: Early Years Practitioners (0-2 years), (2-3 years) and (3-4 years) available Description If you are a Level three qualified Early Years Educator (or equivalent) who is looking to join a caring, supportive, and friendly team of Practitioners in the Heart of the University of Plymouth’s campus, either on a full-time or part-time basis, we would welcome an application from you. We have a number of roles across each of our three rooms, so whether you love working with babies, little learners or our pre-schoolers, we have a role for you. Please state your preference(s) on the application form. This is what our team have to say about working here: Our jobs are well paid, and our days are structured, with all the resources we need, to enable us to put the babies’ and children’s needs first at all times. We work up to 40 hours a week, with full time shifts between 0800 and 1730, or part time shifts of 0800-1400 or 1200-1730 Monday to Friday (These can be flexible). We are passionate about ensuring all safeguarding measures are satisfied, providing personal care, and promoting the welfare of children through high quality, reflective practice. We are looking for someone who can immediately add value to our team, is hard-working, friendly, and fun. We all know what is expected of us, with our key safeguarding responsibilities clearly described in our Job Descriptions. 0-2 Bumblebees We have the privilege of working in partnership with parents as we experience babies first smiles, steps, and words… and we have lots of cuddles too! You will have experience of working with children under 2 and will be used to working in partnership with parents, providing clear communication and a caring approach to childcare. 2-3 Dragonflies We get to use our imagination, tell stories, make memories, and share the excitement as our little learners explore the world around them and develop their personalities. You will have experience of working with children under 5 and will have a working knowledge of child development and Early Years’ Foundation stage principles. 3-4 Ladybirds We laugh at the funny stories the children tell us, teach new things, have fun, and ensure that our pre-schoolers are ready for Big School. You will have experience in working with children under 5 and will have experience of planning activities appropriate to the specific ages and development stages of individual children. In return you will receive: Continual professional development offered in partnership with the Early Years Education Team within the University of Plymouth. Career Progression Opportunities, increased annual leave and sickness benefits with length of service. Access to our Aviva pension scheme with 5% employer contributions. https://library.aviva.com/aengs108d.pdf. Freshlings Nursery is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children. All positions are subject to individuals securing enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Please call uson 01752 588550 or email us at freshlingsnursery@plymouth.ac.uk if you have any questions about the role or need help completing the application form. We can’t wait to hear from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. You will be employed by University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd and subject to UCSP terms and conditions of employment. University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd.’s (UCSPL) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of University of Plymouth. UCSP’s are committed to delivering a superior service in a sustainable way, whilst enriching the experience of our students, staff and wider community at the University of Plymouth through our Early Years Education and Care, Retail Catering, Hospitality and Events. Please click here to apply now. Location: Plymouth Salary: £11.30 per hour (£21,794 per annum - salary displayed for 37 hours per week) – UCSP Band A4 Package: Permanent, Full-time Contractual hours: 40