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Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 115 - 150 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Childcare Officer - Chelmsford - Start Date ASAP

Prospero Teaching are seeking a committed Childcare Officer to join a warm, supportive setting in Chelmsford, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional-or someone early in their career with strong potential-to support children's wellbeing, development, and daily care routines in a nurturing environment.

The school is looking for a compassionate practitioner with strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and a genuine passion for supporting young learners.

📌 CONTRACT DETAILS

Location - Chelmsford

Position - Childcare Officer

Type of work - Childcare & pupil support

Start date - ASAP

Duration - Ongoing / Long‑term

Full time/part‑time - Full time

Minimum rate of pay - £115-£150 per day (depending on experience)

📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)

Experience working with children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting

Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable)

Strong understanding of child development and wellbeing

✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK

Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

Provide two professional child‑related references

💼 OTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU

Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management

Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team

Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate

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