St. Paul's Playgroup

19/06/2022

*Opportunity to join the fun!*

Do you find inspiration in the imaginations of 2, 3, and 4 years old?
Can you find fulfilment retelling a favourite fairy-tale?
Can you appreciate the magic in a muddy puddle?
Do you have the passion to plan in the moment?
St Paul’s Playgroup are looking for several dedicated, motivated, caring individuals with a great sense of humour, to join the team.
You will have a relevant level 2 (and willing to progress to level 3) or level 3 qualification and experience of having been a key person, and of working 1-1 with children with SEND.
Good knowledge of the EYFS and commitment to ongoing training and development is essential.
Experience or knowledge of In The Moment Planning is an advantage.
You will be a good team player with flexibility, initiative, and the patience of a saint.
You will be caring, enjoy working with children and quirky adults, have the brightest of outlooks, optimism in abundance, and a real “can do” attitude.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to being:
Chief playdough maker.
Runny nose wiper.
Snack time chef.
Development monitor.
Shaper of future generations.

Interview dates TBC, start date September 2022, pending DBS check and satisfactory references.

Early Years Educator: 16 hours per week (including some 8am starts and some 4pm finishes)

St Paul’s Playgroup is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A fully enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

28/05/2022

Thank you Mr Andrews for building this fantastic castle and thank you Mr Tom for helping to paint it!

Playgroup children have worked really hard this week, designing, creating and using a sewing machine to put together this wonderful bunting to celebrate the Jubilee and to take part in the Royal Ramble!

See below to buy your maps!

10/03/2022

Good morning everyone,

The events unfolding in Ukraine have had an impact on all of us, the devastation is very real and we want to do all that we can to support.

We are so proud of all of our families, and one family in particular are going the extra (many) miles, travelling to Hungary to hand out supplies to those refugees who need them.

Please share this post and if you can, donate, to help one of our families help others.

Thank you,

Weʼre raising money to buy essential supplies for Ukrainian refugees in Hungary. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

08/03/2022

Apply today!

07/03/2022

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‘The children have come on leaps and bounds in their confidence, which considering these children are “children of lockdown” is amazing.’

It’s never to early to introduce Drama to children!
My Story Suitcase sessions are just one of my workshops for Early Years Drama sessions available to childminders, preschools, nurseries and reception classes.

Lou’s Drama sessions can develop children’s confidence and help improve their attention and listening skills. If you’re looking for an fun and creative opportunity for the children in your Early Years setting then get in touch!

01/03/2022

Do you find inspiration in the imaginations of 2, 3, and 4 years old?
Can you find fulfilment retelling a favourite fairy-tale?
Can you appreciate the magic in a muddy puddle?
Do you have the passion to plan in the moment?
St Paul’s Playgroup are looking for several dedicated, motivated, caring individuals with a great sense of humour, to join the team.

You will have a relevant level 2 or 3 qualification and experience of having been a key person, and of working 1-1 with children with SEND.
Good knowledge of the EYFS and commitment to ongoing training and development is essential.
Experience or knowledge of In The Moment Planning is an advantage.
You will be a good team player with flexibility, initiative, and the patience of a saint.
You will be caring, enjoy working with children and quirky adults, have the brightest of outlooks, optimism in abundance, and a real “can do” attitude.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to being:
Chief playdough maker.
Runny nose wiper.
Snack time chef.
Development monitor.
Shaper of future generations.

Interview dates TBC, start date ASAP pending DBS check and satisfactory references.
We have several roles available:

Early Years Educator: 18 hours per week

Early Years Bank Staff.

St Paul’s Playgroup is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A fully enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

01/03/2022

We are still on the look out for a level 2/3 qualified practitioner to join our team 😍

22/02/2022

Make sure you check and reconfirm your childcare account details every 3 months to keep your 30 hours childcare place.

Confirm it here: https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=spring_peak_planning_two-year-old-entitlement

26/01/2022

What a talented bunch we have, of both children and adults, at St Paul’s Playgroup.

Lou, our deputy manager, and also the face of TheatriKids, has written this lovely post about The Magical Frog, a book written by our own Sarah, and illustrated by no other than Mr Tom!

Supporting each other is all part of our playgroup ethos, and we are sure to lead by example!

🚨📚 A brand new childrens book by local author and early years champion with illustrations by .arts_

This is a delightful book with a powerful message about believing in yourself!

Written by Sarah Phillips, the manager of St. Paul's Playgroup in Emmbrook, the book is written to appeal to young book lovers. It features engaging characters brought beautifully to life by Tom Bazely - a local artist.
The frog’s story is told through rhyme and all readers will recognise the feeling of self doubt that the frog has but also that wonderful feeling when you recognise what you can achieve. Adults and children alike will love this book which will open up many conversations and activities for its little readers.
I personally can’t wait to read it with children and develop some drama activities around it!
I look forward to book 2!!

01/01/2022

Do you find inspiration in the imaginations of 2, 3, and 4 years old?
Can you find fulfilment retelling a favourite fairy-tale?
Can you appreciate the magic in a muddy puddle?
Do you have the passion to plan in the moment?
St Paul’s Playgroup are looking for several dedicated, motivated, caring individuals with a great sense of humour, to join the team.

You will have a relevant level 3 qualification and experience of having been a key person, and of working 1-1 with children with SEND.
Good knowledge of the EYFS and commitment to ongoing training and development is essential.
Experience or knowledge of In The Moment Planning is an advantage.
You will be a good team player with flexibility, initiative, and the patience of a saint.
You will be caring, enjoy working with children and quirky adults, have the brightest of outlooks, optimism in abundance, and a real “can do” attitude.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to being:
Chief playdough maker.
Runny nose wiper.
Snack time chef.
Development monitor.
Shaper of future generations.

If you are interested in what really is the most rewarding job, working with the most wonderful humans, please request an application pack today.

Deadline for applications is 21st January 2022.
Interview dates TBC, start date 28th February 2022 pending DBS check and satisfactory references.
We have several roles available:
Early Years Educator: 18 hours per week
Early Years Educator: 16 hours per week.
Early Years Bank Staff.

St Paul’s Playgroup is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A fully enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

26/12/2021

Calling all Early years Warriors…

WE NEED YOU!