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Job description

To support the daily running of Woodburn Pre-School Playgroup by assisting with children’s play, learning and development, promoting positive behaviour, and maintaining a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment. To assist with the preparation of play areas and resources, support daily routines, and contribute to the smooth delivery of the mid-day meal service by setting out tables and chairs, serving hot meals, and tidying away afterwards. The postholder will work as a General Assistant from 9:30am to 11:30am and will then undertake separate Catering Assistant duties from 11:30am to 12:45pm, in accordance with the agreed working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's play, learning, safety and well-being.
• Supporting daily routines.
• Teamwork and professional development.
• Mid-day meal set up.
• Food delivery and safety.
• Food allergies and dietary requirements.
• Meal preparation and serving.
• Cleaning and hygiene.
• Organisation and record keeping.
• Health & Safety.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including food hygiene training.
• Communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCLD), an equivalent relevant qualification, or evidence of currently working towards a relevant qualification.
• Previous experience working with young children in a pre-school, nursery or similar setting.
• Previous experience in a general assistant, catering, kitchen or similar role. This is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
• A Food Hygiene Certificate, preferably Level 2.

Further Information

For full Job Description please contact Leanne at woodburnpre-school@hotmail.co.uk Additional Information: Post Duration: Temporary December 2026 to June 2027 Funding: The post is partly funded by the Department of Education (DE) and is available from December 2026 to June 2027. The post may be extended beyond June 2027, subject to the availability and continuation of funding in each financial year. Work time: Term Time only 9.30am to11.30am as General Assistant: 2 hours 11.30am to 12.45pm as Catering Assistant: 1 hour 15 minutes per day Hourly Rate: £12.71 The successful applicant will be required to complete an Access NÍ check, a Declaration of Health from their GP, and any relevant checks required by the appropriate Trust. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment checks and the receipt of two satisfactory references, including one reference from the applicant’s current or most recent employer. Woodburn Pre-School Playgroup is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Information

Application Process: To apply for this post please contact the pre-school via email at woodburnpre-school@hotmail.co.uk and a copy of the application form will be sent to applicants. Application forms are to be forwarded via email to woodburnpre-school@hotmail.co.uk Application forms must be received no later than 12noon on Friday 13/11/2026.