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Dovedale@Moulsham is a breakfast and afterschool club linked to Dovedale Nursery which is run by Chelmsford College. We are looking for some dynamic and energetic people to join our expanding team at the Moulsham Infants School site. Qualifications not required; experience preferred but lots of opportunities to learn on the job from a very experienced team of childcare professionals. We are looking for someone with a passion for shaping the lives of young people. At Dovedale@Moulsham we understand the unique opportunity we have to develop children's learning outside a classroom environment, giving them tools to manage social situations, learn about world topics such as discrimination, sustainability and being true to yourself in an age-appropriate way.

What the job entails:

We care for children aged 4 years to 11 years from Moulsham Infants and Moulsham Junior School term time only. If successful you would be expected to take part in daily tasks such as taking the children to and from school, planning exciting activities, supervising and playing with children in the playground, preparing and serving meals, administering first aid (training given upon appointment), clean as you go responsibilities and observing safeguarding procedures. There is also the opportunity to learn about and work with children with Special Educational needs (SEN).

Qualities:

A successful applicant will demonstrate flexibility to take on several roles and work well as part of a team. You need to have good communication skills both verbal and written. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm and willingness to get stuck in. The successful applicant will be professional, friendly, reflective and hard working.

Benefits:

Discounted childcare in the nursery and out of school clubs

Discounted membership to Dovedale Sports Centre

Opportunity to earn extra working over time

Overtime pay (above 37.5 hours a week)

Our opening hours allow for time during the day to attend appointments, study, perfect for pet owners, people running their own small business from home or students.

Paid for training including Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 Safeguarding, Food hygiene and Health and safety.

Pro rata pay

Hours: (Monday to Friday term time only)

Morning shift: 7am - 9am & Afternoon shift: 2.45pm- 6.30pm

There is some room for flexibility which we are happy to discuss at interview such as job share, part time, alternate shifts, and shift times to work around school/college hours.

The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

If you have any further questions, please email employment@chelmsford.ac.uk

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Information about the School

Chelmsford College Group

Chelmsford College has a wide range of opportunities for about 450 full and part time employees making us one of the largest employers in Chelmsford.

At Chelmsford College, we put the learner at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share these values. Our commitments to our learners are reflected in the breadth of employment opportunities we offer.

Whether you are an experienced teacher, or possess good vocational qualifications and experience in industry and are considering either full time or part time teaching in further education, we would be pleased to hear from you.

We also have opportunities in a wide range of learning and business support activities such as student support, learning technologies, technician roles, IT support, finance, estates, human resources and staff development, student admissions, and general administration.

Chelmsford College offers exceptional personal and professional development opportunities. Other benefits include final salary pension schemes, competitive salary and annual leave arrangements, on site sports & fitness centre, free courses, staff discounts arranged with local retailers and highly flexible working arrangements for many of our positions.