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Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Term Time

Woodpeckers Preschool CIO, Cranbrook

  • Ref:KCC886-1182859-2S
  • Posted:11/07/2026
  • Pay:£14.04 p/h
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:25/07/2026 at 07:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Woodpeckers Pre-School, based in Cranbrook, Kent requires an early year’s practitioner, qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Start Date: September 2026

Hours

Tuesday 8.15 - 4.15pm

Wednesday 8.15 - 1.15pm

Thursday 8.15 - 4.15pm

Friday Monday 8.15am - 1.15pm.

Term Time Only (38 weeks per year).

(Some flexiblity might be possible for the right candidate).

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds a recognised (minimum) Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
  • Demonstrates a warm, responsive, and child-centred approach
  • Has strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
  • Can contribute to a safe, stimulating learning environment
  • Holds Full Paediatric First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits:

  • Annual day off for wellbeing
  • Enhanced Sick Pay (5 days per annum)
  • Company events
  • On-site parking

For more information please contact Steve White, Chairperson, on 07803 563934, or e-mail WoodpeckersChair@gmail.com.

To apply please download and complete the application attached to this advert.

Information about the school

Woodpeckers Preschool is a committee-run CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation), open 38 weeks a year, from 8.30am to 4pm Monday-Friday, for children aged 2 to 5 years. Woodpeckers is run by a highly qualified team of early years practitioners who are passionate about offering children the best possible early years experience, ensuring they are ready to take the ‘next steps’ on their amazing life journey as they move onto school or a new setting.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Steven White
  • Address:Woodpeckers Preschool, Quaker Lane, Cranbrook, Kent, TN172HF
  • Telephone: 07803563934
  • Email: WoodpeckersChair@gmail.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.