Fairburn View Primary School would like to appoint an outstanding Nursery Nurse for our new nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team at our recently opened provision for our 2 and 3 year old pupils.
Due to retirement, we would like to appoint an energetic, committed and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse with a minimum of 2 years experience of working in an Early Years setting, to join our team.
Fairburn View Primary School offers a warm, supportive and inclusive environment where a successful EYFS candidate can truly thrive. You will join a dedicated and collaborative team who value creativity, child-centred practice and high-quality early years provision. We are committed to your professional development, offering regular training, mentoring and opportunities to grow within the role. In return for your passion and enthusiasm, we provide well-resourced learning environments, successful routines, strong leadership support and a school culture that recognizes and celebrates the vital role of early years education in shaping confident, curious and happy learners.
We are looking for a Nursery Nurse to work with the Nursery Manager and other nursery staff, who will:
1. Have the ability to maintain high standards of ethics, behaviour and professional conduct.
2. Have experience in good practice at delivering Nursery Education.
3. Deal with matters as they arise or report them to the Nursery Manager.
4. Be aware of the need for good health, safety and welfare of the pupils, ensuring compliance and awareness.
5. Build constructive relationships and communicate well with parents and other agencies, to support achievement and progress of our pupils.
6. To take responsibility for learning activities under an agreed system of supervision including planning, preparing and delivery learning activities
We can offer you:
7. A team who are committed to supporting each other and working together to address the challenges we face.
8. Enthusiastic children who are keen to do well.
9. Support for your own professional development and career progression
10. A happy and caring ethos in which all individuals are valued.
Application closing date: Wednesday 4th March at 3pm
Interview date: Week commencing 9th March
Start date: End April
Informal visits are warmly welcomed. For further information, or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Julie Pratt, School Business Manager, on or via email to:
How to apply:
Or by post to:
Fairburn View Primary School
Stansfield Drive
Castleford WF10 3DB
Fairburn View Primary School is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils. All candidates will be required to complete a DBS as part of the interview and selection process.
In accordance with the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations, if you are shortlisted for this post you will be required to declare that you are not Disqualified (or Disqualified by Association) from working within this setting. The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility