Deputy Lead Early Years Practitioner

Job Introduction

If you're pursuing a career with meaning, we welcome you to apply for the position of Deputy Lead Early Years Practitioner at HMP Peterborough.

As a Deputy Lead, you'll be supporting vulnerable adults to provide the best for their child within a Mother and Baby Unit setting. You'll be responsible for overseeing the running of the nursery in the manager’s absence. This isn't merely a job; it's an opportunity to become an integral part of a team devoted to rehabilitation, security, and community welfare.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. 

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Work within the nursery team to provide a friendly, caring, relaxing and secure environment in order to encourage and develop children in our care. 
• Take an active role in your own professional development, keep up to date with current information regarding childcare and attend any relevant training. 
• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed and adhered to at all times. This includes reporting and recording of any safeguarding concerns and accidents.
• Deliver the nursery curriculum and complete all work to a high standard in line with EYFS and OFSTED guidelines. 
• Work alongside external agencies involved with the MBU such as GPs, health visitors, midwives and volunteers. 

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate 

Essential

• Minimum of NVQ level 3 qualification-or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18 years - due to the environment. 
• Experience of working with children aged under two years old.

Desirable

• Paediatric first aid certificate ideal but not essential as full training will be provided. 

Package Description

£27,065.90

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. 

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, on-site gym access, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. 

You'll also benefit from:

• free meals, 
• on-site parking, 
• comprehensive paid training and career progression, 
• life assurance, 
• BUPA healthcare, 
• pension schemes.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.