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At Little Wonders, we believe that every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of young children. We are passionate about creating a nurturing, supportive, and inspiring environment not only for the children in our care but also for our staff. Joining our team means becoming part of a family that values growth, collaboration, and dedication. With opportunities for professional development, ongoing training, and a strong focus on work-life balance, Little Wonders is the perfect place to build a rewarding and fulfilling career in early years education. Together, we make a real difference, one child at a time.

Open Positions

Level 3 Qualified Early Years Educator - Preston

REQUIREMENTS:

Must hold a Level 3+ childcare qualification with prior experience in a childcare setting.
30 hours per week, term-time only.
Passion for learning and personal growth.
Create a welcoming, family-like environment for children and families.

Level 3 Qualified Early Years Apprentership - Preston

REQUIREMENTS:

30 hours per week, term-time only.
Passion for learning and personal growth.
Create a welcoming, family-like environment for children and families.

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Relationship with Little Wonders Nursery

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Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) Order 1975, you are required to declare any information about convictions, past cautions or prosecutions pending. Any offer of employement will be subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check. All disclosures of criminal background are strictly confidential. The school will seek references on short-listed candidates, and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experiences or qualifications, before interview. If you are currently working with children either in a paid or voluntary capacity, your employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, and whether you have been the subject of any child protection concerns, and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure. If you are not currently working with children but have done so in the past, then we will ask your previous employer.

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Statement and Declaration

I certify that the information given on this form is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I am not on the Barred list, or disqualified from work with children, or subject to sanctions imposed by a regulatory body. I am aware that giving false information will result in my name being withdrawn from list of candidates. If such a discovery is made after I have been appointed, then I will be liable to be summarily dismissed and possible referral to the police. I undertstand and give consent to this information being processed and stored (by means of a computer database or otherwise) for personnel purposes in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation. Access to this information will be restricted to a limited number of authorised staff who will process this application.

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