Job Description
Early Childhood Cover Assistant
Working hours: 8am – 12.45pm as required
Contract type: Cover (Casual)
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Start date: 01 September 2026
Job Description
The Early Childhood Assistant plays a flexible and supportive role within the Early Childhood Department, providing cover for staff absences and assisting across a range of settings. These include Parent and Child groups, the Saplings provision for children aged 2–4 years, and the kindergartens for children aged 4–6 years. The role requires a warm, nurturing approach, adaptability, and a genuine understanding of and commitment to Steiner Waldorf principles. The successful candidate will contribute to creating a calm, supportive, and enriching environment where young children can thrive through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Group Leader in their work and in maintaining the setting etho...