Early Years Practitioner - Panda Preschool CIO

From February half term.

Another amazing Early Years practitioner to join our small dedicated staff team at Panda Preschool (recently rated Good by Ofsted).

The position is part time, term time only. Initially for 12 to 18 hours to suit the applicant. There may be some extra hours of cover available and opportunities to run a weekly Stay and Play session.

Do get in touch for more details if you're passionate about working with children and their families and have experience of working as a keyworker within an early year’s environment.

You will need to be qualified to Level 2/3 in Early Years/childcare, be committed to child centred learning and confident in practice that supports and encourages children to make their own choices to freely engage in a range of different experiences.

Panda is a friendly village preschool playgroup providing a well-regarded service to the community. We welcome children from 18 months. It's open 8.30am or 9.00am to 3.00pm 5 days per week term time only.

Pandas are currently excited about a move to new premises in the village with more outdoor space and opportunities so ideally you should have an interest in the development of outdoor play.

The trustees are fully committed to the safeguarding of all children, and this position is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Application form and job description are available on request.

Get in touch for more information if you love children and helping them develop though play.

• provider: Panda Preschool CIO
• hours: Between 12 hours and 18 hours to suit the applicant
• rate of pay: minimum wage
• address:
  Howell Hall, School Lane, Copmanthorpe, YO23 3SQ
• website: https://www.pandaplaygroup.co.uk/

If you're interested in applying, contact Marion Weeks by email: [email protected] or telephone: 07743848541.

This application closes Monday 9 February 2026.