Pre-School Assistant

About the role

REGISTERED CHARITY NO: 1027055 WALKERN PRESCHOOL (Based on Walkern Primary School Grounds)

Preschool Assistant
Hours Monday to Friday 08:30-4pm
Term time only
Salary To be discussed

We have an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the care and
nurturing of our early year’s children. We are looking for someone to join our friendly team at
Walkern Preschool Monday to Friday 08:30-4pm

This would be to work with the children in both the morning and afternoon session. This
opportunity will be term time only, working with children aged 2 - 4, pay to be discussed.
This job will entail helping set up activities for the morning session, working with the children
to develop a range of skills, setting up lunch, helping to tidy away and prepare for the
afternoon session. There may also be an opportunity to work additional hours if the situation
arises.

These hours will be guaranteed until the end of the school year. Hours will be rediscussed
for the new academic year dependant on demand.
Main responsibilities include:

• To provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources, that
are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the
EYFS are met.
• Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the day, and the safety
and wellbeing of children, staff and families.
• To attend any meetings required.
• Maintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to
management in accordance with company policy and procedures.
Requirements and skills
• Full and relevant level 2 or 3 childcare qualification - Desirable
• Knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the EYFS – Desirable
• Willingness to learn
• Friendly and flexible approach
The preschool is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and
young people and expects all staff and volunteers to commit to share this commitment.
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to an interview process, references and satisfactory DBS.

If you are interested in this position, please send an email stating interest to
walkern.preschool.adm@outlook.com. Or you can speak to staff at Walkern preschool by
31st January 2025.

Walkern preschool
117 High St,
Walkern,
Stevenage
SG2 7NS