Part time Crèche Practitioner
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you enthusiastic, caring and looking for a new and exciting role in childcare?
If so, My Ohana has the perfect opportunity for you. We are the operators of the IKEA Creches across the UK & Ireland, and we are looking for full-time and Part time Crèche Practitioners in the Wembley Store.
We are looking for flexible, creative and enthusiastic candidates to join our team.
Your role as crèche practitioner will include:
- Engaging children in entertaining and educational play through a variety of activities.
- Supporting and assisting the Manager in planning and delivering a programme of activities.
- Communicating with fellow colleagues, clients and parents in a professional manner.
- Potential to step up as a Key Worker when required.
We are currently recruiting for:
Role – Crèche Practitioner
Hours – 16hrs to 27hrs hours per week, Monday to Sunday (between 10am and 6:30pm)
Salary – £11.00 an hour
Skills & Qualifications
- Have experience working with children aged 3 years to 11 years
- Hold a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification or Play worker Level 3 (pre 2014)
- Ability to contribute to creative activity planning
- Ability to communicate with children and parents
- Work well within a team
- Ability to step up into a supervisory role when required.
Why Work for My Ohana as a Crèche Practitioner?
We are one of the largest providers of childcare in the UK and a leading partner for some of the country’s top health clubs, retailers, schools, and private clubs. We invest heavily in our colleagues through a variety of tailored programs.
We do this through:
- A values-driven culture
- Reward & Recognition Programme
- Professional development and training
- Support for formal education or qualifications
- Support and advice from our Central Support Team
- Opportunities to progress internally
- Access to discounts through Perkbox
- Competitive pay
All applicants will need to show they have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Successful candidates are subject to successfully completing a DBS and reference check
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 - 27 per week
Salary: From £11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
School type:
- Crèche
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Childcare qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Creche Practitioner - Wembley
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Preschools & Childcare Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Part time Crèche Practitioner roles across My Ohana's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Preschools & Childcare Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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