Early Years Key Worker

About the School

Welcome to Brighton College Prep Kensington, a happy and vibrant school for boys and girls aged 2 to 13.

As a part of the award-winning Brighton College family of schools, Brighton College Prep Kensington nurtures a culture of kindness, where the personal happiness of children is our priority.

In an environment of academic excellence and opportunities beyond the classroom, we celebrate the uniqueness of every child, fostering curiosity and confidence as they grow.

We are now seeking to recruit an experienced, passionate and supportive Key Person. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about nurturing young minds and shaping the early learning experiences of young children.

Day to day you will:

• Work effectively with children, helping them to develop and learn.
• Be a key worker to identified group of pupils.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with parents.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining an excellent learning environment both inside and outdoors.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working effectively in a high-quality nursery setting.
• The relevant Early Years Qualification
• Excellent initiative, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Drive, motivation, and a genuine passion for education and making a difference to the lives of children.
• Have a DBS on the update service or willing to do a new DBS
• Have the 'right to work' in the UK

We can offer:

• Small class sizes
• Shared planning within the year group
• Happy, confident, engaged pupils
• Supportive colleagues
• Delicious, complimentary meals (plus free tea and coffee)
• Incredible outdoor learning spaces

How to apply:

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 11th August 2024

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.