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Nursery Assistant (Unskilled), S-1702-01/02/03 (Developmental)

RAF Alconbury

Vacancy Number: 423 FSS VA22 RPA 310339

Closes: Open Until Filled

Full and Part time positions available

£9.18ph/£9.45ph/£9.69ph under 23 years
£9.50ph/£9.79ph/£10.03ph over 23 years

Main Purpose

Always wanted to work with babies and small children? Fancy a career within the Child Care sector?

The 423rd Force Support Squadron based at RAF Alconbury are looking to recruit a Child and Youth
Program Assistant to assist them with their child and youth programs. You will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children ranging from the ages of 6 weeks to 5 years.

As a Child & Youth Program Assistant, you will provide assistance in planning activities, special projects, children’s homework and life skills. You will help establish a program environment that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults.

You will supervise children during their daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events while interacting professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors and volunteers.

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Must be educated to a GCSE level or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with children is desired.

Other Important Information

• Position may be coded as key worker (mission essential).
• Working schedule will be as rostered. Working hours will be between the hours of 06:00-18:00
• Must obtain and maintain relevant security clearance.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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• Must be able to lift 40lbs or more and stand for long periods. A pre-employment physical and immunizations are required.
• Must obtain Food Handlers Certificate once employed.
• Prior to working with children/youth, you must successfully complete the Air Force orientation program. You must complete a minimum of three AF modules, First Aid & CPR within the first 6 months of employment.
• Must successfully complete a minimum of three modules every three months after fulfill the initial 6 month period requirement.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave (year to year carryover)
• Paid Sick Leave (year to year carryover)
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free On-Site Parking

Who Can Apply

Citizens of the U.K., Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving licence or current passport.
This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.
For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel
Website; https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/AFD-150724-024.pdf?ver=2016-
04-28-085219-410 . All applications, with relevant attachments and CV must be submitted and received prior to the closing date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £9.50-£10.03 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: RPA 301339