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Careers
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We're always on the look out for enthusiastic, creative, fun loving people, who don't mind getting just a little bit messy creating happy memories and providing exciting learning opportunities. Any paid employment positions are restricted to those aged 17 or over so we can comply with legal requirements.
We always welcome volunteers and visitors. If you can come along and help, please contact the setting directly to arrange a date and time to suit you.
To apply for any of the positions listed below please e-mail Stacey on stacey@parrywoodchildcare.co.uk stating the position, (and location), you are interested in, with your C.V. and a covering letter. Please scroll down for our current vacancies.
Please Note:
In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975; all our positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must declare all, (spent and unspent), unprotected Criminal Convictions and Cautions made against them. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of your application. All positions are conditional on the return of a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate from the Disclosures and Barring Service, (DBS).
Vacancies
What: Early Years Apprentice (Level 3)
Where: The Village Pre-School, Upham, The New Millennium Village Hall, Mortimers Lane, Lower Upham, Southampton. SO32 1HF
When: Tuesdays 7.00am - 12.30pm, Thursdays 7.00am - 5.00pm, Fridays 8.30am - 5.00pm (24 hours per week, Term Time only, with a potential for additional hours).
Pay: Permanent, Zero hours contract, starting at £12.21 per hour (National Living Wage). THIS POSITION IS CONDITIONAL ON THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR APPRENTICESHIP.
Qualifications: None required. Must be willing to undertake Early Years Educator (Level 3).
About the role: To train towards a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while supporting our small, dedicated team in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating early years environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Support in the planning and delivery of a stimulating early years curriculum.
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Assist with setting up and packing away resources each day.
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Support the Key Person system and build trusting relationships with children and families.
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Observe and record children’s interests and development with support from your mentor
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Support children with personal care routines (e.g. toileting, dressing, snack time)
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Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures
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Attend training sessions, meetings and complete coursework tasks
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Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the Pre-Schools ethos
Additional Requirements:
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Interest in working with young children
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Kind, patient and proactive attitude
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Commitment to completing the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship
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Reliable, motivated and a good team player
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Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS Check and subscribe to the Update Service
Closing Date: Friday 12th December 2025.
How to apply: Please email Stacey at stacey@parrywoodchildcare.co.uk with a short covering letter and C.V to receive an application form.