Early Years Educator

Due to our current Early Years Educator taking retirement after a dedicated and long service to Griffin, we are looking to recruit a key member of our Early Years team.

Our new Early Years Educator will support the development and learning of children in our Nursery and Reception class. You will be part of a small team of professionals committed to high-quality early years education in partnership with parents and carers.

You will have the following personal attributes and experience or skills and qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or BTEC in Child Care (2-year course) or equivalent childcare level 3 qualification
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS
• Good communication skills with an ability to record and report on children’s progress in writing and verbally
• Experience of working with children aged 3-5 years.

The role is full-time (36 hours per week) and for term-time only (including INSET days).

In return, we can offer:

• Hands-on and practical support from our experienced and accessible leadership team and TEFAT Head Office team
• A school committed to inclusive education with an ethos focused on success for all
• The opportunity to work as part of a team that is committed to ensuring the best possible start for all children
• Enthusiastic children with a love of learning, and their school community
• Opportunities for professional development to ensure your success
• A parent community that is supportive of the school and its aims
• A strong and supportive multi-academy trust: The Elliot Foundations Academy Trust (TEFAT).

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact our school office to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Applications must be completed using the application form attached as well as a letter of application, making reference to person specification.

Griffin Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and behave in a way which reflects this.

Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding pre-employment checks including a Barred List check, Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Please note, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post of employment if you are barred from working with children and young people.