Early Years Practitioner

Are you enthusiastic, caring and looking for a new and exciting role in childcare?
If so, My Ohana has the perfect opportunity for you. We are the operators of the IKEA Creches across the UK & Ireland, and we are looking for full-time and Part time Crèche Practitioners in the Cardiff - IKEA Store.
We are looking for flexible, creative and enthusiastic candidates to join our team.
In return, apart from getting to work with our amazing children , we will give you access to a competitive salary, Reward and Recognition programme, inhouse training and of course, with the goal of improving your financial well-being – we are offering you a fantastic opportunity for a faster & better way to get paid. Get access to your pay as soon as you’ve earned it with Dayforce Wallet – any day, not just on payday!
Your role as crèche practitioner will include:
- Engaging children in entertaining and educational play through a variety of activities.
- Supporting and assisting the Manager in planning and delivering a programme of activities.
- Communicating with fellow colleagues, clients and parents in a professional manner.
- Potential to step up as a Key Worker when required.
We are currently recruiting for:
Role – Crèche Practitioner
Hours – 13hrs to 35 hrs per week - Monday to Sunday (between 10am and 6:30pm)
Salary – £11.69 an hour.
Why Work for My Ohana as a Crèche Practitioner?
We are one of the largest providers of childcare in the UK and a leading partner for some of the country’s top health clubs, retailers, schools, and private clubs. We invest heavily in our colleagues through a variety of tailored programs.
We do this through:
- VIVUP Benefits package - the gateway to your health, well-being, and happiness.
- Access your pay when you need it most. On-demand access to your earned wages.
- A values-drive culture
- Reward & Recognition Programme
- Professional development and training
- Support for formal education or qualifications
- Support and advice from our Central Support Team
- Opportunities to progress internally
- Competitive pay
Skills & Qualifications
- Have experience working with children aged 3 years to 11 years
- Hold a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification or Play worker Level 3 (pre 2014)
- Ability to contribute to creative activity planning
- Ability to communicate with children and parents
- Work well within a team
- Ability to step up into a supervisory role when required.
All applicants will need to show they have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Successful candidates are subject to successfully completing a DBS and reference check