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Bedford Borough is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Employers will arrange to have an enhanced CRB check on all staff and volunteers.

 

Job Vacancies -  to advertise your vacancy please contact us for an advertising form.

For application forms, please call the organisation directly.

For management and deputy positions, candidates will be expected to have recent training on EYFS.

These entries are ordered chronologically and updated on a daily  basis.

 

Jobs In Childcare in Bedford Borough

for jobs in Central Bedfordshire please visit: www.centralbedfordshirechildrenstrust.org.uk

 

 

Job Title: F/T Nursery Nurse Maternity Cover (Level 3)

Organisation: Puddleducks Nurseries

Details:

Clapham based nursery requires full time nursery nurse for immediate start due to the increase in children. Initially to cover maternity leave with the strong possibility of becoming permanent. Candidates must be qualified to level 3, NVQ, BTEC or NNEB. First Aid certificate and experience of working with babies is desirable. Salary is negotiable.

Contact: Sue Roff on 01234 330957

Information provided on 02/09/2010

 

Job Title: P/T Pre-School  Leader (Level 3/4)

Organisation: Carlton Pre-School

Details: 

We are looking for outgoing, bubbly, self motivated, confident people to join our small and friendly Pre- School , to start as soon as possible. The Pre-School is run on behalf Carlton Lower School, the hours are Mon-Fri  9am -12pm with an additional hour long lunch club operating on a Mon, Wed, Fri. Staff will also be paid to set up and clear away the Pre-School, which collectively takes about an hour each day. 23 hours in total each week. The Pre-School also runs an after school club on behalf Carlton Lower School, the hours are Mon-Fri 3.15pm-5.30pm, running the ASC would also be offered to interested applicants. Job share will be considered. The Pre-School Leader will assist with the day to day running of the school, to include, assisting in planning the curriculum, setting up and packing away, acting as key worker to a small group of children, advising over any concerns over children, parents or safety of equipment, teaching children, offering an appropriate level of stimulation. Relevant experience would be advantageous as would a first aid certificate. 

Contact: Amanda Farrell on 01234 721886

or email  secretary@carltonpreschool.org

for an application form.

Closing date:  27 September 2010

Information provided on 01/09/2010

 

 

Job Title:  After School Club Leader (Level 3)

Organisation: Carlton Pre-School

Details:

We are looking for  outgoing, bubbly, self motivated, confident people to join our small and friendly After School Club to start as soon as possible.  The candidate will oversee the day to day running of the ASC, relevant experience of working in an ASC or similar setting would be advantageous as would first aid experience or certificate. The After School club is run on behalf of Carlton Lower School (Mon- Fri 3.15pm-5.30pm) Positions are available from Monday 23 August  - Job share will be considered.

Contact: Amanda Farrell on 01234 721886

or email secretary@carltonpreschool.org

for an application form. 

Closing date:  27 September 2010

Information provided on 01/09/2010

 

 

Job Title: F/T or P/T Nursery Nurse (Level 3)

Organisation: The Warren Nursery

Details:

Full and or Part time qualified Nursery Nurses required. Should hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Salary is £6.50 p/h

Contact: Mrs Sue Coward on 01234 888 833 or Tracy Bailey 01234 888 833 or email tracybailey@thewarrennursery.co.uk

Information provided on  18/08/2010

 

 

Job Title: Nursery Nurse Maternity Cover (Level 2 or 3) x 2

Organisation: Just Learning Nursery

Details:

Two fully qualified Nursery Nurse’s required for Maternity cover at Elstow based nursery. Knowledge of the EYFS and good communication skills are essential. Hours are 40 per week with shifts between 7.30am – 6pm

Contact: Sara Vobe on 01234 330220 or email bedford@justlearning.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 27 August 2010

Information provided on 11/08/2010

 

 

Job Title: Bank Staff

Organisation: Just Learning Nursery

Details:

Bank staff with good communication skills that enjoy working with children and as part of team required for Elstow based nursery. Hours are as and when required

Contact: Sara Vobe on 01234 330220 or email bedford@justlearning.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 27 August 2010

Information provided on 11/08/2010

 

 

Job Title:  Nursery Nurse (Level 3)

Organisation: Little Fishes Nursery, Bromham

Details:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person to join our friendly, supportive and busy team. Good knowledge and experience of implementing the EYFS is essential. Candidates should be able to provide safe and high quality care for young children with flexibility of working with children aged from 0-5 years.  Responsibilities include becoming a key person, co-ordinating activities and developing the children's learning through their interests. 

contact :Little Fishes Nursery on 01234 825152  or email manager@littlefishes-bromham.co.uk for an application form.

Information provided on 04/08/2010

 

 

Job Title: F/T Nursery Nurse (Level 3)

Organisation: Inn Farm Private Day Nursery, Melchbourne

Details:

Nursery Nurse with a good knowledge of the EYFS and the ability to work well within a team required for this rapidly expanding Nursery. NNEB, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or equivalent is essential for this post. Salary is dependant on age and experience. Melchbourne is close to Sharnbrook and is on the main bus route from Bedford. Level 2 candidates who are prepared to train to Level 3 would be considered.

Contact: Jacky Bufton on 07961 291058

Closing date: Friday 3 September 2010

Information provided on 04/08/2010

 

 

Job Title: Supply Workers (qualification desirable)

Organisation: Smarteez Neighbourhood Nursery

Details:

Experience of similar work is essential. To provide a high standard of social, intellectual, physical and emotional care for children under 5 years old placed in the nursery, which provides a happy, safe environment. To assist the Team Leader and give support to other personnel within the Nursery, working as part of a team. To liaise with parents and other professionals involved in the child’s care. No contracted hours, supply work when required. 4 weeks paid holiday per year (pro rata). We offer opportunities for further training. Previous applicants need not apply.

Contact: Luisa Piombino,  Bedford 01234 353512

Information provided on 04/08/2010

 

 

Job Title:  Nursery Nurses  (Level 3)/ Teaching Assistants

Organisation: HEART Supply Agency

Details:

HEART Supply Agency is an employment agency hosted by Central Bedfordshire providing a proactive and professional high quality recruitment service to all Bedfordshire Schools and external establishments within Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough.

We are looking to build up a register of temporary casual staff to cover placements in Bedfordshire Schools.

Nursery Nurse:  Salary: NJC Scale Points 15-18 £9.47 - £10.13
Contract: Temporary
Hours: As and when required
Essential requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development Diploma in Pre-school Practice, BTEC Level 3

Teaching Assistants Levels 1, 2 & 3
Salary: Hourly rates in accordance with qualifications and experience

You must have an understanding of the needs of children in an academic setting and the level will be dependent upon qualifications and/or equivalent experience.

To apply on line: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Informal Enquiries: Please contact Jackie Vine, HR Assistant Tel: 0300 300 6052

Information provided on 04/08/2010

 

                        

Job Title: Volunteers

Organisation: Autism Bedfordshire

Details:

 Volunteers required. We are looking for caring, flexible and reliable people to assist us in providing engaging activities for children and adults with autistic spectrum conditions. We provide a uniform, full training, references and expenses for volunteers. We require volunteers at Luton and Bedford venues, all applicants are subject to interview, CRB and reference checks.

Contact:  Autism Bedfordshire on 01234 350 704 or email recruitment@autismbeds.org

Information provided on 12/05/2010

 

Job Title: Family Support Home-Visiting Volunteer

Organisation: Home-Start Bedford Borough

Details:

Home-Start Bedford Borough requires Volunteers to provide friendship, support and practical help to families in the area who have at least one child under the age of five. Home-Start have a diverse range of families in need of regular support and would like to increase the number of Volunteers to meet their needs and increase the size of their team. Volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome. Home-Start offers Volunteers support and supervision, free volunteer development training, accredited course opportunities, out of pocket expenses and a very rewarding experience. If you have Parenting experience and are interesting in dates for our next free Volunteer preparation course call

Contact: Wendi Lovatt  01234 270601

Information provided on 12/04/2010

        

                       

Job Title: Casual Driver (as and when needed)

Organisation: Spurgeons Child Contact Centre

Details

Job Ref: 121

Required to transport children from around the Bedfordshire area and take them to venues identified for contact sessions with family members and to provide transport home. Must hold a full clean driving licence and provide a vehicle that is MOT roadworthy and has fully comprehensive vehicle insurance including business use. For more information.

Contact: Tracie Larkins, 01933 417428

Information provided on 02/06/2010

 

 

Job Title:  Family Support Volunteers (Parent or Parenting experience essential)

Organisation:  Home-Start Bedford Borough

                           Home -Start Central Bedfordshire

Details:

Home-Start provides friendship, support and practical help to families who have at least one child under the age of five years.

We have lots of families in need of regular support and are determined to increase our volunteer team to meet their needs.

The only 'real' qualification you need to become a Home-Start volunteer is experience of bringing up children either as a parent yourself or with parenting experience.

We are particularly looking to increase the diversity of our team and welcome volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds.

Call for details of the next free volunteer preparation courses which run throughout Bedfordshire.

What do we offer you?

Support and Supervision

Opportunity to have course accredited

Out of Pocket Expenses

Free Volunteer Development Training

Regular Newsletter

A very rewarding experience

 

If you are a parent or have parenting experience and are interested in volunteering for us please pick up the phone and make a difference to the lives of local families.

Contact:  Home-Start Bedford Borough  (Tel: 01234 270601)

                  Home Start Central Bedfordshire (Tel:  01525 374656)

 or e-mail:  wendie@homestartnmb.co.uk or

                     home-startsb@tiscali.co.uk  

Information provided on 23/06/10

 

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