Early Years Practitioner (maternity cover)

Kings Heath Primary Academy is now recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover). This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

To lead and extend the children's learning in an engaging manner on a day-to-day basis

Encourage and assist the children in developing their independent skills

Observe and assess the children in their learning and using this to plan provocations and themes in response

To be an integral and positive member of the Early Years Foundation Stage team

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks worked per year

Fixed Term Maternity cover role- provisional start date is 1st December 2024, for a fixed term until 31st August 2025

About our Academy

Recently graded as Outstanding School by Ofsted.

We continuously work alongside expert curriculum consultants in all areas to provide the highest quality of curriculum knowledge and teaching strategies for all staff members. We all (staff and pupils) have something new to learn every day and that an enquiring mindset is critical to our personal growth and development. As a result, our staff consist of aspirational teacher’s who engage passionately in the various opportunities to develop as a professional.

We hold exemplary expectations for all and as a staffing body we take our role in inspiring our pupils to be positive citizen role models very seriously. We achieve this through a well-rounded personal development programme which includes opportunities for pupils to play critical roles in enhancing our school through a wide variety of pupil leadership groups.

All of the above is underpinned by our Trust values:

• ASPIRATION - We aim high and believe we can all achieve the best
• AMBITION - We are the best we can be
• COURAGE - Nothing holds us back
• RESPECT - We always lead by example

We are driven by the impact that the expressive arts make to pupils' learning both academically and holistically; boosting both confidence and academic outcomes.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 5, FTE £24,790 per annum, £19,126.69 pro rata
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• NVQ/ Early Years Education- Level 2 or above
• English and Math's at grade C or above GCSE/ Equivalent
• Appropriate First Aid Training
• Recent EYFS accredited training
• Strong working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
• Ability to understand the principles of child development and learning processes, including barriers to learning
• Ability to lead teaching and learning and to direct a team effectively
• Ability to build effective and supportive relationships with parents/carers and the team around the child
• Strong use of IT
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies / codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.
• Working knowledge of National / Foundation Stage curriculum and other relevant learning programs.
• Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
• Experience of working with Early Years or Primary school aged children
• Experience of leading groups of children where learners make good progress
• Experience supporting learning across all subject areas of the EYFS or National Curriculum
• Proven basic administrative skills
• Experience of delivering high quality phonics, using ‘Read-Write Inc.’ or another synthetic phonics scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.