17 November 2016 - Brighton & Hove City Council

17 November 2016

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17 November 2016

Apprenticeships Footsteps Day Nursery

44 Cromwell Road, Hove, BN3 3ER & 221 Old Shoreham Road, Portslade, BN41 1XR www.footstepsdaynursery.com

Apprentice Practitioner x 2 £3.40 per hour 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Footsteps Day Nursery has been running good quality, affordable childcare for over 10 years. We have branches in Hove, Hollingbury & Portslade and take children from the age of 3 months to 5 years. We are committed to providing a caring, nurturing environment where children can thrive. We offer a play-based approach to learning and use Tapestry online learning journals to record progress & plan next steps. We offer part time, full time or flexible childcare arrangements. We are looking for 2 x Apprentice Practitioners to join our team, one to be located at our Hove branch and one to be located in our Portslade branch. Our Apprenticeship scheme is a work based training program to enable the successful applicants to gain experience in an early years setting providing care and learning opportunities to children, whilst training and gaining a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare. You will be provided with a full induction; a workplace buddy and training in paediatric first aid, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) & Safeguarding. Applicants must have excellent communication skills; experience of working in a team and understand what being a team player means; having an interest in working with children; having an understanding of how children learn through play; have a friendly & approachable manner; be a keen learner and demonstrate a commitment to wanting to gain a qualification in childcare. The role will require you to work with a group of children, setting up activities and learning experiences. You will make observations of children as they play, assess children’s learning and plan new exciting learning opportunities to support children in their development. You will need to liaise with parents and work effectively as part of our team; attend staff meetings and other training sessions as required. We will provide a full training program and the possibility of full time contract at the end of the Apprenticeship training. We offer four weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays. If you would like an application pack please email the nursery [email protected] stating reference: Apprenticeship Practitioner Job.

Closing date: 30 November 2016 Required qualification level: Apprenticeship position - training provided

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Working in Early Education and Childcare

17 November 2016

Early Years

St Luke’s Pre-school

Vicarage Hall, Queens Park Terrace, Brighton, BN2 9YA www.stlukespreschoolbrighton.co.uk

Nursery Practitioner £8 per hour Mondays and Fridays, 8.45am to 1.15pm and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8.45am to 3.15pm.

St Lukes Pre-school is located in self-contained premises behind St. Luke's Church in Brighton. We would describe ourselves as a small, nurturing setting that prides itself on offering professional, child-centred care that is designed to meet the individual needs of the children and on building close bonds with our families. We have our own garden and as we are located so close to Queens Park we take the children frequently there. We are registered to take up to sixteen children aged from 2 to 5 years daily and are open from 9am to 1pm on Mondays and Fridays and from 9am to 3pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our children come to us at the age of two and stay until they leave to go to school which gives us the wonderful opportunity to get to know them and their families extremely well and to have the privilege of planning activities and teaching individuals to develop interests, learning and development. We are looking for a new team member to join our team. Applicants must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in early years and childcare and share our ethos and passion for early year’s education. Applicants must also have experience in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); a good knowledge of child development; a good understanding of issues around safeguarding responsibilities; an ability to communicate well with parents/carers, experience of administrative duties such as writing observations and filling in administrative forms and demonstrate innovative ideas for planning and activities. The role will involve being a key worker to a small group of children and working closely with team members as we all work together in one playroom (and garden). Duties include meeting the care requirements of all the children and providing learning opportunities and activities that meet children’s individual needs. We will provide career and development opportunities and part-time hours will be considered. To apply for an application pack, please contact Emma Larkin by emailing: [email protected] or calling 01273 270223

Closing date: 2 December 2016 Required qualification level: Level 3

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17 November 2016

St George's Neighbourhood Nursery

Kemp Town Crypt Community Centre, St George’s Church, St George’s Road, Brighton BN2 1ED www.stgeorges-nursery.co.uk

Early Years Practitioner Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Hourly salary of £7.20 for workers aged 25 and over, £6.95 per hour for workers aged 21 to 24 years; £5.55 per hour for workers aged 20 years and under. St. George's Neighbourhood Nursery is an Ofsted registered nursery situated in Kemp Town, Brighton. We aim to provide a ‘home-from-home’ environment, care and education for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We would describe ourselves as a friendly and professional run nursery. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, 50 weeks of the year. We are looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team. Applicants must demonstrate a genuine motivation for working with and providing learning opportunities for children aged from 3 months to 5 years; have good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), of child development and of Safeguarding; have experience of working as a key worker in an early years nursery environment; have excellent communication skills - both written and verbal; have experience of planning and providing suitable activities for children; have experience of and understanding the importance or working as part of a team and contributing new ideas and demonstrating a genuine enthusiasm and knowledge of the role. The job will involve ensuring that all the children’s needs are catered for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment; to work as part of a team - planning, preparing and delivering learning opportunities that meet EYFS and individual requirements; to work in partnership with parents – communicating confidently. Duties also include general cleaning, keeping records; completing relevant paperwork and following all policies and procedures set out in our nursery. We will provide you with the opportunity to progress and develop in your career. We have a strong commitment to promoting from within where possible and offer ongoing training opportunities. To apply for an application pack, contact the manager via email: [email protected]

Closing date: 13 January 2017 Required qualification level: Level 3

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17 November 2016

Playcare Nursery

6 Windlesham Road, Brighton, BN1 3AG www.playcarenursery.co.uk

Lead Nursery Practitioner From £9.23 per hour. From £18,000 per annum. Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week

Playcare is a fantastic, vibrant setting, centrally located in Brighton and Hove near to the Seven Dials. Children come to us from 6 months old until going off to school. We have a great team of practitioners, and provide an extremely nurturing and child centred environment. Playcare has excellent parent partnership with strong community links, taking part in a number of events throughout the year. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic practitioner to lead a team of practitioners in the care of a group of children. A passion for early years is essential with an understanding of child development, a level 3 qualification in childcare, a sound knowledge of the EYFS and how to implement this into daily practice as well as great communication skills and a drive to succeed. Safeguarding knowledge is important and training will be given along with an induction on all areas of policy. As a Lead Practitioner you will be a key person and show good practice to the rest of your team. You will have responsibility for overseeing planning and assessment and using online Learning Journeys. You will be responsible for providing an outstanding environment for the children in your care and an inclusive environment for all. Leading by example and supervising your team is essential. Playcare has a staff social fund and we organise many great events throughout the year. We offer good training and career progression opportunities, a holiday incentive scheme and an optional company pension scheme. To apply for an application pack, please email Sara at [email protected]


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17 November 2016

Jump Start Nursery

Brighton & Hove City Council Children’s Centre Nurseries www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/childrens-centre-nurseries

Nursery Assistants From £16,481 to £17,547 per annum pro rata. From £8.54 to £9.10 per hour. Various posts available including: 

37 hours per week, 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday and 9am to 1pm on Friday

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25 hours per week, 12noon to 5.15pm, Monday to Thursday and 9.15am to 1.15pm on Friday

Jump Start Nursery is one of Brighton and Hove City Council Children’s Centre Nurseries. We operate five nurseries across the City and provide a high quality service for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We are located in central Brighton and are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Jump Start Nursery is located in Moulsecoomb Children’s Centre. Our nursery is warm and welcoming with a cosy, family feel. We have a well-designed outdoor space for children to enjoy playing in a natural environment. We have two Guinea pigs as nursery pets which we look after with the children. We are proud of our staff who are qualified or working towards a qualification. All our staff share our passion for delivering a high standard of care to the children and provide exciting opportunities for the children to grow, learn and develop into confident young people. We are looking for qualified early years practitioners to join our team. Applicants must have experience of working with young children in an early year’s environment; experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families; demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities; be qualified to a minimum Level 2 in early years and childcare and have excellent communication skills. The role involves being a key person for a group of children; building relationships; being an inspiration to the children; supporting attachment building; ensuring the children feel safe; planning activities; maintaining records; carrying out observations; assessing children and supporting growth and development.. We provide a full induction and training programme and ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals. There may be opportunities for further ad-hoc hours if interested. For a full Job Description, Person Specification and details on how to apply, please go to: https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs and search Job Ref: B&H01907 For more information contact Julie Bates, Childcare Strategy Manager by email: [email protected] or by phone: 01273 294243.


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17 November 2016

Footsteps Day Nursery

44 Cromwell Road, Hove, BN3 3ER www.footstepsdaynursery.com

Senior Practitioner - Toddler Room From £7.45 to £8.89 per hour , from £15,500 to £18,500 per annum 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Footsteps Day Nursery has been running good quality, affordable childcare for over 10 years. We have branches in Hove, Hollingbury & Portslade and take children from the age of 3 months to 5 years. Our Nursery in Hove is located in a converted Victorian house with a spacious, well-resourced outside area. We are committed to providing a caring, nurturing environment where children can thrive. We offer a play-based approach to learning and use Tapestry online learning journals to record progress & plan next steps. We go on lots of educational, fun trips in and out of the local area and are proud of our team of 13 practitioners who work directly with the children. We offer part time, full time and flexible childcare arrangements. We are looking for a minimum Level 3 qualified early year’s practitioner to join our team as a Senior Practitioner in our Toddler Room which is for children aged from 18 months to 3 years and currently has a team of 4 practitioners working with this age group. Applicants must have experience working with this age group and of leading and supporting a team of practitioners. Applicants must also have excellent communication skills; a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the Ofsted Welfare Requirements; practical experience of doing observations, assessing children’s learning and planning new development opportunities for individual children and demonstrate a keen interest in professional development and wanting to continue with their training and learning. The role will be to work in our Toddler Room as a Senior Practitioner and for 2 days per week take on the role of a Supervisor. Duties would include being actively involved in the observation, assessment & planning process; updating tapestry journals for key children and planning appropriate next steps; liaising with parents and work closely with the Supervisor to model practice, create a vision and environment where the children and the staff feel safe, happy and stimulated. We will provide training in Food Hygiene, First Aid, EYFS, safeguarding & Health & safety and there will be further opportunities for training throughout the year as well as social events for both parents & staff. We offer pension, on-going training and career progression If you would like an application pack please email the nursery [email protected] stating reference: Senior Practitioner – Toddler Room

Closing date: 30 November 2016 Required qualification level: Level 3

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17 November 2016

Footsteps Day Nursery

95 Lyminster Avenue, Hollingbury, BN1 8JL www.footstepsdaynursery.com

Nursery Practitioner 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday From £6.95 to £8.05 per hour. Please note: if you are over the age of 25 or under the age of 21 the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage will apply. From £7.20 to £8.05 per hour for workers aged 25 and over. From £6.95 to £7.20 per hour for workers aged 21 to 24 years. From £5.76 to £6.95 per hour for workers aged 20 and under Footsteps Day Nursery has been running good quality, affordable childcare for over 10 years. We have branches in Hove, Hollingbury & Portslade and take children from the age of 3 months to 5 years. Our Nursery in Hollingbury is our newest setting that has been open for just over 2 years, is based in a converted Methodist church with spacious rooms and a well- equipped garden area. We currently have a team of 10 staff working directly with the children and offer full time, part time or flexible work opportunities. We operate in a thriving, busy community and pride ourselves on our links with the local schools. We are looking for an experienced and Level 3 qualified early year’s practitioner to join our team. Applicants must have good communication skills; a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); practical experience of doing observations, assessing children’s learning and planning new development opportunities for individual children. Applicants will also have a keen interest in professional development, wanting to continue with their training and learning. The role will be to work in our toddler & pre-school rooms and duties include keeping your key children’s online journals up to date (we use Tapestry and full training will be provided where required); planning appropriate next steps for your key children’s learning; liaising with parents; planning creative ideas for the children; helping on regular outings and ensuring the nursery policies & procedures are adhered to. We provide training in First aid, Food Hygiene, Safeguarding & the EYFS as well as lots of other training opportunities throughout the year. We offer staff a pension, on-going training and four weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays. If you would like an application pack please email the nursery [email protected] stating reference: Nursery Practitioner.


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17 November 2016

Cherry Tree Nursery



30 hours per week, 7.45am to 1.15pm, Monday to Friday

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30 hours per week, 12.15pm to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday

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27.5 hours per week, 11.45am to 5.15pm, Monday to Friday

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Cherry Tree Nursery is one of Brighton and Hove City Council Children’s Centre Nurseries. We operate five nurseries across the City and provide a high quality service for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We are located in central Brighton and are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Cherry Tree Nursery is located within Hollingdean Children’s Centre which has been purpose built to meet the needs of young children and their families. The nursery is open plan and provides children with lots of space to play and learn. We have a large garden space where children can climb trees, plant vegetables, ride bikes and explore nature. We have a play based approach to learning in a fun, happy and calm atmosphere. We are proud of our staff who are qualified or working towards a qualification. All our staff share our passion for delivering a high standard of care to the children and provide exciting opportunities for the children to grow, learn and develop into confident young people. We are looking for qualified early years practitioners to join our team. Applicants must have experience of working with young children in an early year’s environment; experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families; demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities; be qualified to a minimum Level 2 in early years and childcare and have excellent communication skills. The role involves being a key person for a group of children; building relationships; being an inspiration to the children; supporting attachment building; ensuring the children feel safe; planning activities; maintaining records; carrying out observations; assessing children and supporting growth and development.. We provide a full induction and training programme and ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals. There may be opportunities for further ad-hoc hours if interested. For a full Job Description, Person Specification and details on how to apply, please go to: https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs and search Job Ref: B&H01907 For more information contact Julie Bates, Childcare Strategy Manager by email: [email protected] or by phone: 01273 294243.


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17 November 2016

Charley Barley’s Nursery

120 Stanford Avenue, Brighton, BN1 6FE www.charleybarleys.co.uk

Floor Supervisor From £16,500 to £17,500 per annum 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We operate a shift system and are open from 8am to 6pm Charley Barley's is a brand new nursery situated in the Fiveways area of Brighton. We are very proud of our newly renovated property and team of staff that enables and encourages children to have a voice and learn through exploration. Our aim is to provide an environment where children and staff feel safe and secure and we achieved this by designing and equipping the nursery to enable children to have the confidence to play, learn and explore. Our environments are spacious and naturally lit and consist of 4 dedicated areas split across 2 floors. Upstairs we can have up to 19 children aged between 3 months and 2½ years and downstairs up to 24 children aged 2½ to 5 years. Our aim is to provide a ‘home away from home’ experience, where children are cared for in a safe and friendly environment where parents feel relaxed and safe. We are looking for a supervisor to join our team and provide care and learning opportunities to our youngest children aged from birth to 2 years and provide support to our practitioners. Applicants must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years and Childcare; practical experience and good knowledge of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to children in their youngest years; good communication skills and the ability to develop a good rapport with parents, children and colleagues; experience of working within a team in an early years environment and a good understanding of what makes a good team player and the ability to mentor a team. The role involves supporting the Managers with the day-to-day running of the nursery. You will be a key worker and therefore responsible for the care, welfare, learning and development of a small group of children in accordance with the EYFS and relevant legislation. You will deliver learning opportunities, carry out observations, plan next steps, track progress, support children in achieving their ‘ages and stages’ and update individual learning using our online recording system ‘Tapestry’. In conjunction with the senior team, you will be also be responsible for the safeguarding and welfare of all children, keep up to date with national legislation and local guidance and work with the senior team to critically reflect and implement development plans for the provision. We provide all our staff with an induction programme and ongoing training to support personal development and opportunities for career progression. To apply, email: [email protected] or call 01273 958750 for an application pack.


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17 November 2016

Bright Start Nursery


Nursery Assistants From £16,481 to £17,547 per annum pro rata. From £8.54 to £9.10 per hour. Various posts available including: •

26.25 hours per week, 12.45pm to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday

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26.25 hours per week, 12.45pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday

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16.75 hours per week, 8am to 1.15pm, Monday, Tuesday and Friday

Bright Start Nursery is one of Brighton and Hove City Council Children’s Centre Nurseries. We operate five nurseries across the City and provide a high quality service for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We are located in central Brighton and are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Based in the vibrant North Laine the nursery reflects the many communities in the city centre. We pride ourselves on our friendly ethos, stimulating outside space and diverse staff team who are enthusiastic and dedicated to providing a high standard of care and exciting opportunities for the children to grow, learn and develop. We are looking for qualified early years practitioners to join our team. Applicants must have experience of working with young children in an early year’s environment; experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families; demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities; be qualified to a minimum Level 2 in early years and childcare and have excellent communication skills. The role involves being a key person for a group of children; building relationships; being an inspiration to the children; supporting attachment building; ensuring the children feel safe; planning activities; maintaining records; carrying out observations; assessing children and supporting growth and development.. We provide a full induction and training programme and ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals. There may be opportunities for further ad-hoc hours if interested. For a full Job Description, Person Specification and details on how to apply, please go to: https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs and search Job Ref: B&H01907 For more information contact Julie Bates, Childcare Strategy Manager by email: [email protected] or by phone: 01273 294243.


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17 November 2016

Boomerang Kids

Saltdean Barn, Oval Park, Arundel Drive West, Saltdean, BN2 8SJ www.boomerang-kids.co.uk

Keyperson £7.50 per hour, £11,700 per annum 30 hours per week on a fixed rota basis. Additional hours available by negotiation. Boomerang Kids is an 81 place setting with an ethos that focuses on individual children and their families. We operate from a grade 2 listed barn in the local park in Saltdean and have 2 large outside areas for free-flow learning. We have been graded 'outstanding' by Ofsted at our last 3 inspections. We have a baby room for children aged from birth to 2 years, a pre-school for children aged 2 to 5 years, and an after school club and holiday playscheme for children aged up to 11 years. We are looking for a keyperson to join our team. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); practical knowledge and understanding of planning, observing and documenting children's learning; excellent organisational skills and experience of working in a team. Duties will include ensuring each child is given equal opportunities to learn through both adultled and self-chosen activities; liaising with families to ensure each child is supported throughout their time with us and operating our ‘Tapestry’ I.T. program which we use for record keeping and recording children's progress - full training will be given on this. We offer all our staff support and encouragement for personal professional development and we provide the opportunity to work with a varied age range of children. We believe this is a great opportunity for the right person to join our long-standing, friendly staff team, who value and support their working colleagues. We also believe that our staff are the most important part of offering a high quality learning environment for children. For an application form please email [email protected] putting "key person vacancy" in the subject header. We will send you an application form which must be completed by hand, signed and then returned to the setting. Please do not phone the setting. Interviews will be held shortly after closing date. When completing your application form please list any relevant certificated qualifications for example: safeguarding training, First Aid etc.

Closing date: 25 November 2016 Required qualification level: Relevant qualifications and experience

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17 November 2016

Acorn Nursery



37 hours per week, 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday

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37 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday and 9am to 6pm on a Friday

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37 hours per week, 8am to 5pm, Monday and Wednesday and 9am to 5pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Acorn Nursery is one of Brighton and Hove City Council Children’s Centre Nurseries. We operate five nurseries across the City and provide a high quality service for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. We are located in central Brighton and are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Acorn Nursery is a purpose built Nursery situated at the North Portslade Children’s Centre. We have created an environment that is exciting and stimulating for the children and feels homely and welcoming. We are proud of our outside play area that is well resourced and encourages children to be creative. Our staff are dedicated, passionate and share experience which enables them to provide excellent care and learning opportunities for the children and we pride ourselves on the support we offer families. We are looking for qualified early years practitioners to join our team. Applicants must have experience of working with young children in an early year’s environment; experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families; demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities; be qualified to a minimum Level 2 in early years and childcare and have excellent communication skills. The role involves being a key person for a group of children; building relationships; being an inspiration to the children; supporting attachment building; ensuring the children feel safe; planning activities; maintaining records; carrying out observations; assessing children and supporting growth and development.. We provide a full induction and training programme and ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals. There may be opportunities for further ad-hoc hours if interested. For a full Job Description, Person Specification and details on how to apply, please go to: https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs and search Job Ref: B&H01907 For more information contact Julie Bates, Childcare Strategy Manager by email: [email protected] or by phone: 01273 294243.


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17 November 2016

Brighton & Hove Family Information Service

Palace Place, Brighton, BN1 1EF www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/athomechildcare

At Home Childcarers Various rates of pay Various hours The Family Information Service has been running the At Home Childcare Service across Brighton & Hove for over 5 years. ‘You have enabled many childcare professionals to provide a top rate service’ At Home Childcarer We support childcarers to work in family homes by registering them with Ofsted and offering ongoing support, training and information. Childcarers can then work with families they find themselves or families who FIS refer to them. Childcarers can advertise themselves for free on the FIS online directory (www.familyinfobrighton.org.uk ) and FIS can also offer them work at crèches and with social worker requests for ad-hoc and urgent childcare. ‘Families get in touch with me with ease, they text me, use emails, they phone me’ At Home Childcarer Applicants need to:  Be resident in Brighton & Hove  Have a childcare qualification or pay to study the online alternative  Have a paediatric first aid certificate or again, pay for a 3 year renewal course  We provide Ofsted registration, DBS police check and insurance for the first year  We provide Safeguarding tr1aining and Lone Working/Risk Assessment advice The application process takes a minimum of 3 months to complete. This is a childcare role however, not:  A specific job  A specific start date  A guaranteed income ‘Communication, helpfulness, informative, well run, friendly. Brilliant!’ If you are interested in joining the service to find part-time or full-time home childcare work, please contact Sian Bruce, the Childcare Brokerage Officer on 01273 293545 or by email at [email protected]


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