Nursery practitioner maternity cover 42 hours over 36 weeks (VNOPS15)
Exeter School
Devon
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Part Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- June 2025
- Apply by:
- 12 February 2025
Job overview
We are an independent pre-preparatory and nursery school for 70 girls and boys aged 3-7 years, previously known as The New School. In 2021, we became part of the Exeter School family.
The pre-prep school is in a former Victorian chapel on a private, wide, tree-lined avenue within an acre of grounds. Just three miles from central Exeter in the village of Exminster, it provides an oasis of calm from the bustle of city life.
We are seeking a term time Nursery practitioner to join our small, friendly professional team for approximately 12 months to cover maternity leave. The successful applicant will act as a Nursery classroom assistant, supporting children aged 3-4 years old both inside and outside the classroom with their learning and pastoral care.
Applicants must have experience of working in Early Years in a primary school or nursery setting and hold a relevant qualification in Childcare and/or Early Years Education at a minimum of Level 3. They will have the ability to assist children on an individual basis, in small group and whole class work.
This role is part of our operations and professional services team. This is a term time contract working 42 hours per week over Monday to Friday for 36 weeks per year. This is an onsite role. We offer a competitive salary, and generous benefits, including free school lunch during term time and free on-site parking. To find out more about working at Exeter School, please visit our webpage, careers with character .
The closing date for applications is noon on Tuesday 12 February 2025 with interviews scheduled for Thursday 27 February 2025. Applications must include a completed Exeter School application form. For safeguarding purposes, a CV alone is not sufficient.
We reserve the right to close before the advertisement expires, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance.
This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Attached documents
- Job Description67.05KB
- VNOPS15 Nursery practitioner advert.docx51.59KB
- 03.1 - Code of Conduct - Sep 2024.pdf332.92KB
- Pre-Prep School 2024 ISI Inspection report_3.pdf13.46MB
- Child protection policy618.28KB
- Map/location926.61KB
- Inspection report7.34MB
- School prospectus5.31MB
- Recruitment, selection and disclosure policy and procedure350.42KB
About Exeter School
Exeter School is a co-educational Independent school for boys and girls between the ages of three and eighteen. The school is selective from Year 3, with pupils have a broad academic profile and potential. Exeter School is committed to developing the character of our pupils which underpins all that we do. The school ethos is rooted in virtue ethics and promotes aspiration and flourishing in all, aiming to equip pupils with the practical wisdom they will require to navigate the challenges and opportunities of a fast-paced and ever-changing world, whilst celebrating their unique talents and individuality.
As a selective school intellectual achievement is valued along with a wide range of extra-curricular activities, which are enjoyed by pupils and staff alike. Pupils are cared for through a highly effective, nurturing pastoral system which allows them to flourish as they go through the school and, of course, beyond it.
Our Purpose
Aspire and Flourish
Our Virtues
Act with kindness and integrity
Welcome and serve
Inspire and challenge curious minds
Endeavour and collaborate
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