Early Years Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has come up and we are seeking Early Years Educators for our very vibrant nursery. We are seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join a supportive, caring and professional team.

Our nursery operates a year-round provision for children aged 2 to 4 years old. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of high-quality teaching and supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. We invite applications from experienced candidates to contribute further to standards of excellence, who love children and aspire to work in a happy and fulfilling environment.

Hours: 2 positions available:

24 hours per week, Tues-Thus to be worked flexibly between 8am - 5:30pm. 15 days holiday. Permanent role.

40 hours per week, Mon-Fri to be worked flexibly between 8am and 5:30pm. Fixed-term maternity cover (up to 1 year).

Salary: 24 hours per week - £14,976.00

40 hours per week - equivalent to £24,960

Benefits:

• 5% employer pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Means tested staff discount
• Free lunch
• Paid holiday + bank holidays per annum
• Access to the group's counselling scheme
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L7
• Discretionary Christmas stand down
• On site parking

Qualifications

Early Years Educator (level 3 or above), or willingness to complete.

Main Responsibilities

• To have due regard for the education of all pupils in the nursery in accordance with the aims, objectives and values.
• To provide pastoral care as an integral part of performing duties as an Early Years Educator.
• To share in the corporate responsibility for the wellbeing and control of all pupils in the nursery.
• To follow the policies for the smooth running of the school as laid down in the Staff Handbook.
• To plan lessons effectively in accordance with the school’s Schemes of Work and Programmes of Study.
• To teach in as exciting and stimulating a way as possible in order to inculcate a love of learning and of school, at the same time having high expectations of pupils and their performance.
• To keep up to date with assessment, record keeping and reporting.
• To attend relevant courses and stay abreast of developments in education in general and personal area of expertise in particular.
• To be supportive of, all events taking place within the school.
• To be part of the Early Years team, planning and implementing activities, delivering effective teaching and learning.
• To be committed to safeguarding children and want to make a difference to improving all children’s learning outcomes; encouraging confident and independent learners.
• To establish positive partnerships with parents, ensuring a cohesive approach to their child’s welfare and progression.

Please see the job description for more information.