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This information is compiled by the Kingston Childcare Support Team using information supplied by providers in this borough, and is aimed at childcare and early years workers, those in training or those hoping to join the workforce.

Each vacancy contains contact details. Please contact the employers direct if you need further information or are interested in applying.

This information will be regularly updated as new vacancies arise.

Setting:

Active Learning Childcare

Address:

Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Kingston, KT1 3DW

Position:

Bank staff, maternity cover nursery nurses and full time nursery nurses

Vacancy Details:

Staff required to provide high quality care and education to children aged 3 months-5 years. The successful applicant for bank staff can be qualified or unqualified and maternity cover or full time nursery nurses need to hold a minimum of a level 3 qualification. Experience of working with the under 5’s is necessary and all successful applicants must be willing to work as part of a team and use their own initiative when required.

Working Hours:

Ad Hoc hours Monday to Friday for bank staff and 40 hour week shift pattern for maternity cover and full time nursery nurses.

Salary:

Competitive rates of pay

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Sanober Kodia

sanober.kodia@active-learn.co.uk

020 3031 1519

Setting:

Coombe Day Nursery

Address:

6 Station Approach, Norbiton Avenue, KT1 3QT

Position:

Holiday Cover for immediate start/ Bank staff

Vacancy Details:

Cover/bank staff – you will be working with a range of ages, 3months to 5 years

Helping to care and keep the children safe while in a fun atmosphere.

If you are looking for part time hours, and are available over the summer time (positions may go longer or turn into full time positions) then apply today.

The successful applicant will hold a minimum level 2 full and relevant qualification.

Please send a CV to us

Working Hours:

Hours are any thing between 7.45 and 6.15pm, Monday to Friday

Salary:

Competitive rates of pay

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Christine Little

info@coombedaynursery.co.uk

020 8549 5343

Setting

Dicky Birds Pre school Nurseries

Address:

Head Office 39 Woodlands Ave, New Malden,KT3 3UL

Position:

Nursery Nurses level 2 and 3s in all our settings Surbiton and New Malden to cover maternity leaves

Vacancy Details:

• To be a key person.
• Great working environment.
• Small family run business.
• Training opportunities.
• Children explore the local community by going out daily.
• Older children attend the Kingfisher swimming pool 3 x a week.
• Great rates of pay and terms and conditions.

We employ more staff than we need to cater for staff holidays and training etc.

Dicky birds is owned by 1 owner and has 3 nurseries in the Royal Borough of Kingston and 3 in the London Borough of Merton one of which is a Pre School setting catering for children from 2yrs to 5yrs

Working Hours:

All year round closing a week at Christmas

Salary:

Depends on age and experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing at the moment

Interview Date:

To be confirmed with individuals

Contact Details:

Derek Hayes

020 8942 5779

hr@dickybirds.co.uk

Setting

Dolphin Day Nursery and Pre School

Address:

12 Elm Grove, Kingston, KT2 6HN

Position:

Room Manager

Vacancy Details:

Dolphin Day Nursery and Pre School is a 119 place nursery delivering a high level of care for children. The nursery is continually developing and looking for staff to develop within it.

We are currently seeking a Room Manager qualified with a minimum of level 3 with at least 1 year experience of management and leadership. The role is to manage a base room for up to 12 children a day and 3 staff. The successful candidate must have understanding of the EYFS, be flexible and able to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.

Excellent customer service skills and team work are essential.

Working Hours:

42.5 hours a week between the times of 7.30am – 6.30pm

Salary:

Negotiable depending upon knowledge and experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Laura Williams Nursery Manager

020 8547 3144

dolphinkingston@casterbridgecae.com

Setting

One Nine "Seven Early Years Nursery

Address:

127 Park Road, Kingston, Surrey, KT2 6DY

Position:

Nursery Nurse  Level 2/3

Vacancy Details:

We are looking for a team worker who is reliable, passionate and enthusiastic to join our well established nursery.

Duties will include:

• Monitoring and recording children’s  progress
• Working in partnership with parents.
• Sharing responsibility for safety and well-being of children.
• Build solid and secure relationships with children in our care.

Working Hours:

37.5- 40 hrs pw

Salary:

Dependant on qualification and experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

Contact Details:

Claire Deadman or Dee Mann

020 8549 9995 alternatively email onenineseven@aol.com

Setting

Oranges and Lemons Nursery School

Address:

Park Road, Kingston upon Thames

Position:

Nursery Assistant

Vacancy Details:

We are looking for a team worker with a sense of humour and dedication to join our well established Nursery School. They should be qualified with a minimum of NVQ3 or a higher qualification. They should be familiar with and used to working with the Early Years Curriculum for children from 2-5 years.

We are open term time only from 9:00am-3:30pm. We have an Outstanding from Ofsted and are looking for a special person to join our hardworking team and bring new and stimulating ideas to our school

Working Hours:

Term time only

Salary:

To be negotiated

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Gail McCreanor or Jane McCreanor

020 8942 2104

Setting

Park Hill School

Address:

8 Queens Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7SH

Position:

Kitchen Assistant

Vacancy Details:

Park Hill is a small family run school which caters for around 100 children each day.

We are currently seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help prepare lunches on Fridays.

Park Hill School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.

Working Hours:

Term time only. Fridays from 9.30am to 1.30pm.

Salary:

Depending on Experience

Closing Date:

Friday 10 February 2012

Interview Date:

Week of 20 February 2012

Contact Details:

Mrs Emma Carroll, Headmistress

020 8546 5496

Email secretary:@parkhillschool.com for application form.

Setting:

Surbiton Day Nursery

Address:

23 Upper Brighton Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QX

Position:

Bank Staff

Vacancy Details:

Bank staff required to cover absences, holidays, training etc. Wherever possible, notice would be given, but there may be occasions when cover is needed at very short notice

Working Hours:

Variable

Salary:

POA

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Contact Details:

Recruitment team 0800 328 2439

Setting:

Sutherland Day Nursery

Address:

384-386 Ewell Road, Surbiton, KT6 7BB

Position

Nursery Deputy Manager

Vacancy Details:

Sutherland Day Nursery is a medium sized day nursery in Tolworth, rated “Good” with “Outstanding” features by Ofsted.

We are currently seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join our dynamic and friendly team.

We are looking for a person who is committed, enthusiastic, pro-active and has a really good knowledge of the EYFS.

The successful applicant will require excellent staff management skills as well as an understanding of how to relate well to parents from all backgrounds.

They will be required to work closely with the Nursery Manager, ensuring the high standards in the setting are maintained and the Nursery continues to offer exceptional care, making improvements and changes where required, contributing their own ideas and employing strong organisational skills and an understanding of all that goes into operating a high quality nursery.

We are looking for someone who will take pride in their work and always go the extra mile to ensure quality provision is offered to all.

Applicants will be expected to have held previous positions of responsibility in an Early Years setting for a minimum of 2 years and have a recognised Early Years Qualification (min Level 3)

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced CRB Disclosure.

Working Hours:

Nursery opening hours are 7:30am-6:30pm
Working hours:8.5 hours per day

Salary:

£18-23,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

If you meet the above criteria and think you could be the right person to join our team, please contact Grazyna Sutherland to arrange a visit or obtain an application pack

020 8390 8810

info@sutherlandnursery.co.uk

No recruitment agents please.

Setting:

Sutherland Day Nursery

Address:

384-386 Ewell Road, Surbiton, KT6 7BB

Position

Nursery Room Leader

Vacancy Details

Sutherland Day Nursery is a medium sized day nursery in Tolworth, rated “Good” with “Outstanding” features by Ofsted.

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Room Leader to manage the toddler room.

The successful candidate will be motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic and have a love for their work with the Early Years.

They will be required to work closely with the Nursery management team, ensuring the high standards in the setting are maintained and the Nursery continues to offer exceptional care.

Applicants will be expected to have a minimum of 2 years experience of nursery working and have a recognised Early Years Qualification (min Level 3).

The successful applicant will receive ongoing support and career development.

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced CRB Disclosure.

Working Hours:

Nursery opening hours are 7:30am-6:30pm
Working hours:8.5 hours per day

Salary:

£16-19,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

If you meet the above criteria and think you could be the right person to join our team, please contact Grazyna Sutherland to arrange a visit or obtain an application pack

020 8390 8810

info@sutherlandnursery.co.uk

No recruitment agents please.

Setting:

Tolworth Recreation Centre Creche

Address:

Fullers Way North, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 7LQ

Position:

Saturday Creche Supervisor

Vacancy Details:

We are looking for a Saturday Supervisor with a minimum level 3 in childcare. The applicant will be expected to supervise staff and delegate jobs throughout the morning.  Meet and greet parents and children as they arrive. Take telephone bookings and put on to the computer (training given). Plan activities suitable to the age group.  Ensure tables set out with toys.  Show potential new customers around the crèche and give relevant forms for them to complete.

This position can be seen as a gateway to other areas within childcare at TRC.  We are a friendly centre who welcomes families.  If the applicant has young children this should not put them off applying.  There are Saturday clubs running which they could attend along with the Crèche (costs do apply).

Working Hours:

9.30 to 11.30 Saturdays

Salary:

£6.50 per hour

Closing Date:

Once the position has been filled

Interview Date:

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Lesley McCarthy or Anne-Marie Howells: 0208 391 7910

Application forms can be obtained from Reception just call in and ask.

Setting:

Chill Out of School

Address:

98 Newbury Gardens, Stoneleigh, Surrey, KT19 0PD

Position:

Qualified Play workers

Vacancy Details:

Qualified Playworkers needed at our Afterschool and Holiday clubs based in Tolworth, Chessington and Worcester Park.

Working Hours:

Afterschool Club   2.30pm – 6pm Mon –Fri Term time

Holiday Club  Various shifts Mon – Fri

Salary:

From £7.50 per hour  - subject to qualifications & experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

Annette Light

07939314471

mrslight@ntlworld.com

Setting:

Kingfisher Leisure Centre

Address:

Fairfield, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2PY

Position:

Level 2 / Level 3 CACHE  Play workers

Vacancy Details:

Kingfisher Leisure Centre holiday playscheme is operated by the DC Leisure group. It operates throughout all school holidays except Christmas week providing for up to 36 children. We are currently seeking qualified playworkers holding L2 or L3 qualifications.

Working Hours:

School holidays only Monday – Friday. 8-hour shifts.

Salary:

Depending on experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

Hazel Murzell

020 5541 4016

hazelmurzell@dcleisure.co.uk

Setting:

Chill Out of School

Address:

98 Newbury Gardens, Stoneleigh, Surrey, KT19 0PD

Position:

Manager for Out of School Hours Club

Vacancy Details:

2 Qualified Managers needed at our Afterschool and Holiday clubs based in Tolworth, Chessington and Worcester Park.

• As  Manager you must effectively manage day-day running of the Club
• Produce management information when required
• Ensure the accuracy of staff rotas
• Monitor and report petty cash and be responsible for the collection and recording of fees
• Promote the Club to current and potential customers
• To lead and develop your staff team.
• Work in consultation with HR in Disciplinary and Grievance investigations and meetings with regard to staff.
• Provide high standards of quality within the Club including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and when necessary follow safeguarding procedures.  
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Working Hours:

Afterschool Club   2pm – 6pm Mon –Fri Term time

Holiday Club  Various shifts Mon – Fri

Salary:

From £10 per hour- subject to qualifications & experience

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

Annette Light

07939314471

mrslight@ntlworld.com

Setting:

Crystal Kids

Address:

St Matthew’s C of E Primary school, Langley Road, Surbiton.

Position:

After School Club Supply Workers

Vacancy Details:

Crystal Kids Out of School Club at St Matthew’s C of E Primary school, Langley Road, Surbiton. is looking for flexible Supply Workers for both the After School Club and the Holiday Playscheme at Easter and for two weeks in the Summer holidays

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced CRB check.

Working Hours:

Three afternoon sessions per week 3 – 6 pm as required plus Holiday Playscheme 8 am - 6 pm or possible shifts as required

Salary:

£8.67 ph

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date:

To be advised

Contact Details:

If you are interested please call the school office on 0208 399 3909 for an application form. Please also feel free to make an appointment to come and see the club.

Setting

Yorda Adventures

Address

Office: 47 Windmill Lane, Surbiton,KT6 5JT
Project Base:
Southwood District Scout Hut
Elm Close
Off Southwood Drive
Tolworth KT5 9NA

Position

Playworker

Details

To work within Yorda Adventures as a play worker.

To help deliver a range of activities with high quality care in a fun way that is reflective to the needs of the young people accessing the service.

Main Responsibilities:

• To work as a team to support the young people accessing the project
• To care for the children and young people in ways appropriate to their individual needs.
• To assist the deputies and leaders to set up and prepare the rooms, activities and plans for the sessions.
• To assist the deputies and leader to clean up, tidy and prepare the rooms for other users at the end of the sessions.
• To follow all procedures, in line with policies, such as health and safety, manual handling and child protection.
• To liaise with parents and carers in a positive manner providing accurate and factual information about their child / young person
• To attend relevant staff meetings and training where appropriate.
• To cover any duties as and when required by the Team leaders and deputies.

Person specification, qualifications and experience

• Experience of working with children and young people. Essential
• Good communication skills with ability to effectively listen as well as verbally pass on information. Essential
• Ability to work as an individual within a team. Essential
• A commitment to providing high quality care for all the young people at the setting. Essential
• A commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities for all. Essential
• A commitment to stick to procedures learnt at all training and to carry out techniques such as moving and handling. Essential
• A willingness to attend training and reflect on work practice. Essential
• A reasonable level of fitness to assist young people with physical activities. Essential
• Qualification in childcare, play or education. Desirable
• Experience of working with children and young people with Disabilities. Desirable
• Awareness of equal opportunities and child protection procedures. Desirable

All employees will be recruited subject to references and enhanced CRB.

All employees will be given a 3 month trial to see if we suit you and you suit us!

Working Hours:

Term time After School Club 2.45-6.30pm

Holiday time – varies according to each project

Salary:

£6.50- £7.21 per hour

Closing Date:

Ongoing

Interview Date

To be arranged

Contact Details:

Charlotte Amison, Project Manager, charlotte@yordaadventures.co.uk

07545974734

Go to website to obtain application form: www.yordaadventures.co.uk

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