There are currently 5 permanent members of staff at the setting. We work on the appropriate ratio of over 3 yrs old = 1 adult: 8 children, under 3 yrs old = 1 adult: 4 children.

Our staff have a wealth of experience and qualifications and attend regular training courses.

We also have frequent students attending the setting from local colleges and senior schools to gain knowledge and experience working within a childcare setting.

Our Team

Kate
Manager

Kate has been our pre-school’s Manager since September 2014. Kate is a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, Level 4 Leadership and Management qualified, and a Paediatric First Aider. Kate has lived in Raunds for over 15 years and has 2 daughters that attended the local schools.

Leanne
Deputy Manager

Leanne is or pre-school’s Deputy Manager with more than 15 years of continuous years of service. Leanne is a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, Learning and Development qualified, Level 4 Leadership and Management qualified, and is also a Paediatric First Aider. Leanne has lived in Raunds her whole life and attended local schools.

Holly
Early Years Practioner

Holly was a Trustee on our pre-school’s committee for 3 years before joining the team as an Early Years Assistant. Holly is a Level Three Early Years Practioner.

Saffron
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Saffron joined our pre-school 2021 as an apprentice. Since then, Saffron successfully qualified as a level 2 Early Years Practitioner through our apprenticeship program in 2023.

Stephanie
Early Years Apprentice

Stephanie joined our pre-school in 2023 as an apprentice. Saffron in currently working towards becoming a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.

This information was correct at the last update: June 2025

Full Time Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner

Contract Hours: 30 Hours per week, term time only
Length of Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 30th June 2025
Start Date: 3rd September 2025
Vacancies Available: 1

Applications Open

A vacancy for a full time Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner has become available in our setting. Previous childcare experience is required to apply for this position.

Requirements:

Relevant and full level 2 or 3 certificate in Early Years Practice.
5 x GCSE at level C/4 and above, including Maths and English.
Able to pass an enhanced DBS check.
Able to provide certificates of education and qualifications applicable to the role.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Has a good level of communication.
Has excellent timekeeping.
Is kind and caring towards preschool children.
Is able to work as part of a team and independently.

Your responsibilities include:

Implement the daily program of learning experiences/activities as outlined in the weekly plan and as directed by the room leader.
To deliver a range of stimulating and fun learning experiences suitable for the age of the children in your care, that meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation curriculum (EYFS).
To regularly observe and record children’s achievements in line with the EYFS
To operate the Keyworker system working closely with your specific children and their parents/carers.
To keep Child Learning Journals for your Key children up to date
Provide a high level of interaction and comfort to the children in your care.
To work closely with other team members in order to promote excellent team spirit
To attend training courses and keep up to date with current childcare practices as appropriate
To be involved in ‘out of work’ activities such as team meetings
To assist in domestic tasks in the playgroup e.g. preparation of snacks, washing and changing children, and general cleaning duties
Adhere to all policies and procedures, and ensure that all paperwork is completed correctly.
To respect the confidentiality of information received about each child/family

To apply for this position please email us at admin@raundsplaygroup.co.uk with your CV and any supporting information you feel will aid your application.

Full time Apprentice

Contract Hours: 30 Hours per week, term time only
Length of Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 30th June 2025
Start Date: 3rd September 2025
Vacancies Available: 1

Applications Open

Requirements

• No previous experience is required

• GCSE Maths and English is desirable but not essential

• Able to pass an enhanced DBS check

• Other courses that may be relevant to the role would also be desirable but not essential, for example Paediatric first aid, Safeguarding children L3

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a good level of communication

• Has excellent time keeping

• Is kind and caring persona

• Is able to work as part of a team, but also be able to complete work independently.

• Is a highly motivated individual who is looking for a lasting career in childcare.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Helping to implement the planned curriculum to the best of your ability

• Helping to deliver a range of stimulating and fun experiences to progress the children’s learning

• To be compassionate towards the children

• To work closely with team members in a small setting to promote excellent team spirit

• To attend training courses and keep up to date with current childcare practices as directed by your mentor/manager

• To be involved in ‘out of work’ activities such as team meetings or training

• To keep up to date and complete your course work, in a timely manner, as directed by your tutor, supported by your mentor

• Adhere to policies and procedures as set out in the setting

• To respect the confidentiality of information received from each child/family of the playgroup, as well as staff/committee

This position is paid at NMW

To apply for this position please email us at admin@raundsplaygroup.co.uk with your CV and any supporting information you feel will aid your application.

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