Total 620 Education / Training job vacancies in Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2FA

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Technology with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Oulder Hill Leadership Academyis a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

The Cavendish Arms in Chorley are recruiting for an apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship over the duration of 16 months.

Job Details:
The ideal applicant will be trained to gain;
• Knive Skills
• Menu and Dish Preparation
• Allergens
• Diet & Nutrition
• Fish, Meat, Poultry, Stocks, Sauces, Soups
• Butchery
• Bakery
• Food Safety
• Hot & Cold Deserts

Requirements:
• Self Motivated
• Enthusiastic, with the desire to learn
• A passion for working in a fast pace environment
• Attention to detail
• Confident
• Good communication when dealing with customers

Hours of work:
Monday - Sunday Flexible working shift patterns (breaks AM & PM) 40 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys' School, Preston

Eden Boys’ School, Prestonis a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. Our Ofsted grading remains ‘Outstanding’ following our most recent inspection in May 2024.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys' School, Preston

Eden Boys’ School, Preston is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• The Governors wish to appoint an energetic, inspirational, committed and experienced Y4 teacher to the staff team. This will be a temporary position covering maternity leave from 1st January 2024 until 31st August 2024.

We are looking for someone who:

Demonstrates outstanding practice.

Has a good knowledge of Y4.

Has experience in KS2.

Has high expectations of self and is highly committed.

Has high expectations of pupil achievement and an understanding of how all children learn best.

Has excellent behaviour management skills.

Is highly motivated.

Approaches curriculum development creatively.

Has good interpersonal skills and can work as part of a team. Can contribute to the wider life of the school.

Will support and enhance the strong Christian tradition and ethos of the school.

Embodies our Christian values and principles (attached) in their teaching and relationships with pupils and adults.

Is resilient, hard-working and committed to continuously improving their own teaching practice.

Is an excellent member of a team, fostering good relationships.


Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached

Closing Date : 21st November 2024 12 noon.

Shortlisting : 22nd November 2024

Interviews : 29th November 2024


• The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
• If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.
• Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
• Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and caring ethos based on the values of the Christian faith.
• Supportive parents and Governors and strong links with the local parish community.
• Well motivated, well behaved pupils who are enthusiastic to learn and enjoy coming to school.
• A well-resourced and attractive working environment.
• A supportive team committed to your professional development.
• A wellbeing package.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Leading on the preparation of learning environments including layout, setting up equipment and learning aids. Coaching of new staff on all systems in preparation of training delivery. Designing of training databases to reflect live environments conducive to training. Develop training courses to accommodate differing skill levels and learning styles. Set up/upgrade of user accounts after training delivery, conforming to correct levels of role based access. Undergo annual appraisal and be responsible for evaluating the currency and sufficiency of own knowledge and practice against KSF outlines. Agree and develop personal development plans and maintain a PDP to provide evidence of development and performance against KSF outlines. Be responsible for own personal educational and experiential learning, keeping up to date with changes in local and national trends and policies, undertaking training as required for the development of the post. Participate in the induction/training of new Junior Doctors as part of the induction process. Share information relating to own are of work within the team, actively promote and support the sharing of knowledge and skills and the professional development of those engaged in administrating educational delivery.

HR Manager

Salary: £40,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 9am – 5.30 pm


My client is a fast-growing is large insurance company based in Chorley. We are looking to recruit an experienced and diligent Senior HR Manager reporting directly to the Group COO. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of HR and employee relations management and support across the Group business, ensuring excellent working relationships with employees, colleagues, third parties and internal teams. Dealing with over 100 employees.

Key Responsibilities
• Overall control and development of the HR function within the group
• Presenting and maintaining the HR function with confidence and clarity
• Supporting and advising colleagues on HR situations as they may develop ensuring outcomes are compliant and the effects on the business are mitigated
• Confidential and protected conversations with mediation efforts to avoid formal outcomes
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, guidelines contained in the Company handbook are up to date and clear.
• Email inbox management and maintenance
• Coherent written and verbal communication ability
• Having an awareness and understanding of Corporate/legislative requirements
• End to end control of Starters/Movers/Leavers process; coordinating Line managers, IT, marketing and employees via 365 and Outlook
• Advising and supporting Line Managers with recruitment process
• Controlling Appraisal and salary review process
• Role profiles; creation and update.
• Contracts/role Changes
• Employee digital files; system creation and maintenance
• Payroll preparation, checking and accurate submission to payroll providers for group businesses to a deadline driven monthly timescale.
• Pension Scheme Administration
• Ability to manage TUPE changes
• Sickness absence management
• Advising and Supporting performance management
• Training Retention agreements
Experience and Skills
• CIPD qualified or QBE minimum 5 years in a senior HR management role
• Confidentiality, discretion, impartiality and professionalism
• Customer service and interpersonal skills, ability to guide others and engage with employees and colleagues at all levels
• Working knowledge of legal terminology to understand and interpret legal advice when sought, knowledge of employment law and how to apply legislation.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to deliver bad news professionally, compliantly yet compassionately.
• Strong listening and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and diligence
• Able to work independently and under own initiative
• Reliable and efficient with strong time management and organisation skills
• Professional and hardworking with a strong ‘lead by example’ work ethic.
• Evidence of a passion for working with people.
• Proven organisational skills at a senior level including prioritising and time-management.
• Thrives under pressure and relishes change.
• Ability to think strategically and develop a plan to enable long term change.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office packages with a degree of competency in Excel and Bright HR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an excellent teacher who:

• will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school.
• will maintain our high expectations of behaviour and be a positive role model, providing a safe and nurturing learning environment
• has a commitment to adaptive teaching to ensure all children, from all starting points, flourish and meet their academic potential
• has a successful record of effective, creative and high-quality teaching.
• will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.
• will promote collaboration and partnership with all members of our community.

• is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.

What the school offers its staff

In return our Trust and its school offers you:

• Pupils with positive attitudes to learning, who are hardworking, caring and proud to attend their school
• Children who are eager to learn and flourish
• Supportive parents and a welcoming local community
• A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision
• A supportive and highly committed staff with high expectations, who are willing to help each other
• Well resourced, safe and stimulating learning environments
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Strong working partnerships within the Trust
• The opportunity to make a difference
• An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body
• The support of a strong and skilled Trust Central Team
• Pension scheme
• Wellbeing offer
• Tech and Cycle salary sacrifice schemes as well as other discount schemes.
• Access to Employment Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

English Teacher

We are currently working in partnership with a secondary school, based in Haslingden who are actively recruiting for a Teacher of English to start immediately for the rest of the academic year.


Qualifications:

* Qualified Teacher Status

* A relevant honours degree


Essential Experience:

* Teaching experience

* Experience of teaching English up to KS4

* Evidence of good classroom practice

* Good understanding of engaging teaching methods

* Ability to engage, enthuse & motivate students

* Understanding of the use of assessment for Planning



This post is suitable for a Newly Qualified Teacher or Experienced Teacher and operates full salary portability. You must be able to provide recent reference and hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS Certificate & register this online on the update service.



To apply, please send an up to date copy of your CV online

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people’s lives and in supporting and developing their learning. Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• Level 3 qualification or willingness to undertake this as part of the role.
• Experience of working with children in a secondary school or other setting.
• Experience ofsupporting children with special educational needs (SEN).
• The ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
• The ability to work effectively within a team.

What the school offers its staff

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School

Tauheedul Islam Boys’ High School is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Blackburn in 2012 as Star Academies’ first free school and moved to our new state-of-the-art site in 2019. Like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our most recent inspection in March 2024.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main Duties:

• To provide academic support to pupils; to support the Head of English in delivering outcomes for all
• To work with SEND pupils in the English department and other identified vulnerable pupils
• To provide intervention and support for pupils as directed by the Head of English

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate flexibility, good teamwork and a commitment to the school’s value of ‘Let your light shine’
• Enjoy working as part of a team and be able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff;
• Be committed to supporting the progress and wellbeing of pupils with special needs;
• Quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues;
• Enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best;
• Show an understanding of special educational needs within a school setting (including autistic spectrum, learning difficulties, behavioural and emotional difficulties);
• Demonstrate personal resilience and role model those personal qualities we wish to instill in our young people.

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer:

• A supportive and encouraging staff team
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

Immediate start!

Creative Activation is on the lookout for superstar retail merchandisers to join our dedicated team for our client, Coles, as part of the CRT team.

Merchandising experience preferred however, the right attitude is essential! You will be responsible for completing various merchandising tasks such as planograms/relays, point of sale set-up, pricing, and ticketing.

If you are an independent and driven individual with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate $31.68/hour + superannuation
• Family friendly flexible hours
• Monday to Friday – no weekends!
• Work close to home
• Great team culture and opportunities for career progression
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Recognition Program

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to:

• Be self-motivated, adaptable, and resourceful
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be able to lift up to 15kg
• Have flexible availability on weekdays
• Available to work Fridays

This role is available to start ASAP!

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Join Our Team as a Nursery Assistant in Lancaster!

Do you have a passion for nurturing young minds and helping children thrive during their early years? We have an exciting opportunity for you to become a valued member of our dedicated team as a Nursery Assistant! Enjoy the flexibility to set your own schedule, select your availability, and choose when and where you want to work.

We are currently looking for enthusiastic Nursery Assistants in Lancaster, available Monday to Friday for ad-hoc positions starting in September. Earn a competitive rate of £13-£14 per hour while enjoying the flexibility to choose your workdays.

As a Nursery Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in fostering a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners, supporting their growth through creative and educational activities. If you hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education, possess an NVQ or CACHE certificate, and have prior experience, we encourage you to apply. Permanent positions are available for the right candidate, making this agency role a fantastic stepping stone into a new environment, and we are committed to supporting your professional development.

Your Responsibilities as a Nursery Assistant will include:

• Supporting the teacher with lessons and behavior management.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Creating engaging and stimulating activities for the children.
• Teaching basic life skills such as hygiene and manners.
• Communicating effectively with children, staff, parents, and carers as needed.
• Adapting your approach based on the needs of the children.

Benefits of working with Randstad:

• Access to both temporary and permanent roles.
• DBS and school application support.
• Guidance and support from a consultant to help edit, draft, and refine your CV.
• A consultant who reviews your AWR period.
• A dedicated consultant focused on finding you suitable roles and work placements.
• Free career advice.
• Easy online access to bookings through an app system.
• Free online and CPD training opportunities.
• Access to Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 training.
• Free payroll service with no umbrella fees; we operate on a PAYE basis.
• Free pension service with 'now pensions'.

Requirements:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• At least 6 months of experience working with children (with the ability to provide 2 professional references).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and patience.
• CACHE Level 2/3 or relevant nursery experience preferred.
• Good understanding of EYFS principles.

Randstad has built excellent partnerships with many local nurseries, leading to exclusive roles becoming available daily. We are now seeking dedicated Nursery Assistants to join us!

If this opportunity sounds right for you, don't hesitate to apply today! For more information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.

Join Our Team as a Nursery Assistant in Preston!

Are you passionate about early childhood development and eager to make a positive impact on young learners? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as a Nursery Assistant! Enjoy the flexibility to set your own schedule, choose your availability, and decide when and where you want to work.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic Nursery Assistants in Preston, available Monday to Friday for ad-hoc positions starting in September. Earn a competitive rate of £13-£14 per hour while having the freedom to choose your workdays.

As a Nursery Assistant, you will help create a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners, supporting their development through fun and educational activities. If you hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education, possess an NVQ or CACHE certificate, and have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. Permanent positions are available for the right candidate, offering a great opportunity to grow and progress in your career.

Your Responsibilities as a Nursery Assistant will include:

• Assisting teachers with lessons and behavior management.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Planning and creating engaging activities for the children.
• Teaching essential life skills such as hygiene and manners.
• Communicating effectively with children, staff, parents, and carers as needed.
• Adapting your support based on the individual needs of the children.

Benefits of working with Randstad:

• Access to both temporary and permanent roles.
• DBS and application support.
• Personalized guidance to help edit, draft, and improve your CV.
• Regular review of your AWR period by a dedicated consultant.
• A consultant who focuses on matching you with suitable roles and opportunities.
• Free career advice.
• Convenient online access to bookings via an app system.
• Free online and CPD training programs.
• Access to Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 training.
• Free payroll service with no umbrella fees; we use a PAYE system.
• Free pension service with 'now pensions'.

Requirements:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• At least 6 months of experience working with children (must provide 2 professional references).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and patience.
• CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or relevant nursery experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of EYFS principles.

Randstad has developed strong partnerships with local nurseries, leading to exclusive opportunities becoming available daily. We are looking for dedicated Nursery Assistants to join our team!

If this role sounds like a great fit for you, don't hesitate to apply today! For more information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.