Leaders, alongside their staff team, are dedicated to providing the best care and learning possible. They recognise the importance of staff well-being and have effective arrangements in place to mentor, coach and support staff. Staff have regular opportunities to complete additional training that supports their practice and ever-growing knowledge. This ensures that experiences for children are continually improving. 2024 Ofsted report
At Honeycroft we provide a friendly and safe environment for all children to develop and thrive by selecting staff who embody the Honeycroft spirit. Our diverse and capable staff team speak more than 6 different languages, which enables us to offer a multi-lingual learning environment for all children attending our setting and to communicate effectively with families in their home language to support their child’s early development.
Current vacancies
We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and caring individuals to join our team in creating a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for children. If you want to make a positive difference in young lives and enjoy being part of a dynamic team, there could be the perfect role at Honeycroft for you!
Out of School Supervisor
part time hours approx. 24hrs per week all year around with option of additional hours during school holidays and cover
From £13.50 to £15.80 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience
Closing date: 13/06/25
Interview date: week of 16/06/25
Required qualification level: minimum level 3 relevant childcare / education / playworker / youth worker qualification.
As a valued member of the Honeycroft team, you will play an important role in helping us create a warm, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children and families.
Applicants must have:
- A minimum level 3 relevant childcare / education or playworker, youth qualification
- Experience of working with primary school aged children in an after school / and or school setting
- Excellent communication skills
- Confidence in their dealings with children, staff and parents
- Confidence and abilities to oversee and supervise a small team
The job involves:
- Creating strong, positive relationships with the children, their families, and our vibrant team of volunteers, students, and staff—working together to build a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
- Leading the way in planning and delivering fun, engaging activities that spark curiosity and creativity in primary school-aged children, while making sure everything is well-resourced and thoughtfully prepared.
- Keeping children safe and well at all times, by promoting a culture of care and ensuring health, safety, and wellbeing are always top priorities.
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Out of School Playworker/s (Bank Staff)
Part time hours minimum of 8hrs to 26hrs per week during school holiday time.
£10.21 to £12.21 per hour for all hours worked based on age
Closing date: 13/06/23 for 21/07/25 start date
Interview date: week of 16/06/25
Required qualification level: experience of working with primary school aged children
To work as part of our Out of School team to create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for primary school aged children during school holiday time.
Applicants must have:
- Experience of working with primary school aged children
- Great communication skills
- Physically fit and capable to take part in local trips
The job involves:
- Providing consistent care and emotional support by working closely with a team to make every child feel safe, valued, and supported.
- Keeping children safe and well, both during sessions at the centre and on off-site activities, by following health and safety procedures and being a vigilant, caring presence.
- Helping plan and run fun, engaging activities, and getting hands-on with setting up and preparing the resources that make our sessions special.
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Walking Bus Support Worker
Part time hours – core hours 14:45 to 16:15 term time only. Minimum of 2 sessions and maximum of 5 sessions per week.
£10.21 to £12.21 per hour for all hours worked based on age
Closing date: 01/08/25 for start date 01/09/25
Interview date: week of 04/08/25
Required qualification level: experience of working with primary school aged children
To work as part of our Out of School team, ensuring the safe and friendly collection of primary school-aged children from local schools and accompanying them on the walk back to Honeycroft.
Applicants must have:
- Experience of working with primary school aged children.
- Responsible, reliable, and highly safety-conscious.
- Physically fit and comfortable walking to and from schools in varying weather conditions.
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Early Year Lead Practitioner (under 2’s lead)
Part time & full-time hours available to fit work / life balance. Minimum 21hrs up to 37hrs per week – all year.
£13.50 to £15 per hour dependant on experience
Closing date: 27/06/25 for 01/09/25 start date
Interview date: week of 30/06/25
Required qualification level: minimum level 3 relevant childcare qualification.
Applicants must have:
- A minimum level 3 relevant childcare qualification
- Experience working with children under the age of two, along with a solid understanding of their developmental and care needs
- A good level of literacy and the ability to maintain clear and accurate records
- Confidence in their dealings with children, staff and parents
- A positive, friendly attitude and a desire to contribute to a family-focused setting
The job involves:
- Creating strong, positive relationships with the children, their families, and our vibrant team of volunteers, students, and staff—working together to build a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
- Lead the day-to-day running of the 0–2s rooms, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
- Maintain up-to-date records including registration forms, accident reports, daily journals, assessments, and any additional reports as needed.
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At Honeycroft, eligible staff can:
- Up to 50% off childcare services
- Sign up to the government’s employer pension scheme
- Receive 4 weeks annual leave (including two weeks off at the end of August and between Christmas % New Year) and bank holidays as additional
- Extra annual leave days based on length of service
- Paid induction and DBS check
- Termly team training sessions and additional targeted training opportunities available
- Staff social events.
Application Pack: Please email all completed applications, or if you have any questions or if you would like to arrange a chat or visit before making an application
