At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and engage with children, promoting learning through play and activities.
- Company: Blossomfield Infant & Nursery School, part of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Full-time position with excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a fun and rewarding role.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 Childcare Qualification or equivalent; experience in early years is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 24796 - 25583 £ per year.
Employer: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Location: Solihull
Salary: £24,796 to £25,583 per annum
Closing date: 22 Jun 2026
Reference: SOL/TP/181/2298
Contract: Full time (50 weeks per annum with holiday entitlement and 2 weeks closure at Christmas/NY)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm with 30 min break)
Responsibilities:
- Supervise children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times.
- Promote learning through play, engaging in conversation with children and setting up activities and resources to aid their development and help them meet early learning goals.
- Communicate with parents, updating them on their child's learning during sessions using the online parent app and in person at drop‑off and collection times.
- Collaborate with other professionals in the setting and external agencies to maintain high quality of care and identify early intervention opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of an NVQ Level 2 Childcare Qualification or equivalent.
- Experience in early years care is desirable.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required, and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.
Early Years Playworker employer: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Blossomfield Infant & Nursery School, part of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and development of both its staff and students. With a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and professional growth, employees benefit from a structured environment that values early years education. Located in the vibrant community of Solihull, the school offers a fulfilling career path for those passionate about nurturing young minds, alongside competitive salary packages and generous holiday entitlements.
Contact Details:
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Recruitment Team
