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Location: RAF Mildenhall Vacancy Number 516692

Main Purpose

You will assist higher-level employees in preparing and leading a variety of educational and recreational activities for children. You will help arrange room and play materials and conducts appropriate play and learning activities.

S-1702-03: Must have 12 monthsexperience equivalent to the S-1702-02 completion of all Air Force Child Development Program Assistant Modules (USAF).

18 months experience in early Childcare or directly related field: i.e. Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) National Diploma in Health Studies, Caring Services (Social Care), Council for Awards in Children’s Care & Education (CACHE)/National Nursery Examination Board (NNEB) Certificate in Childcare and Education, NVQ 3 in Childcare and Education.

Knowledge and Experience Required - Applicants must demonstrate the following:

• Requires good organizational skills
• Works well with children of various ages
• The ability to carry out/provide clear instruction in a timely manner.
• Provides relevant information received to the appropriate team members.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality in all matter ideally 6 months working experience in a group program for young children, including nursery school play group, registered child minder, preschool, kindergarten, or licensed family daycare is desired

• Hours of work: 8-hour shifts between 0630 -1730 as rostered. Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
• Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 6-month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

• Must be at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma (or UK equivalent).
• Must speak, read, and write English.
• Must successfully complete the AF orientation training program, 24 hours of annual training, and retain current First Aid and CPR certification (as applicable).
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination and keep current on all required immunizations.
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Must successfully pass background investigation and child check.
• Must possess maturity and good judgment and like working with children/youth and their parents.
• Employee will observe US holidays.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

• 25 days Annual Leave + US Federal Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
• Development opportunities available
• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
• Free access to on-site gym facilities

• Citizens of the UK, 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

• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.

• 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.

Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; https://forms.osi.apps.mil/Pages/Response Page.aspx?id=jb Exg4ct70ij X6y IGOv5t JFWr-1TEKJFm98g YVwg SO1UOTNIUk5BWVJURl RHUFRJWUk3Nk1TVFM3Ty4u

• LNDH Application
• Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume (A CV/Resume is encouraged. Decision to include a resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

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.

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Reference ID: 516692