What skills and experience we're looking for
Early Years Practitioner
• Sound knowledge and broad experience of working in a relevant Early Years setting.
• Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Standards and their application within an Early Years setting
• The ability to communicate effectively at all levels with children, staff, parents and other visitors.
• Practical experience of planning and assessing appropriate stimulating play activities and opportunities for children with a range of abilities.
• The ability to enthuse, motivate and stimulate all children and adults involved within the setting.
• Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise tasks in order to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the Early Years setting.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well to very young children.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work as team member and to assume increased responsibility for the teaching and learning in the absence of the Early Years Coordinator.
• Willingness to attend and participate in any induction, training and team meetings determined by the Assistant Headteacher
Nursery Assistant
• Ability to relate empathetically and sympathetically to children.
• Understanding of the educational objectives of the Nursery.
• Experience of working with children with additional needs /nursery aged children is desirable.
• First Aid training advantageous
• Commitment to continuing training/development of knowledge
• Skills to safeguard children
What the school offers its staff
• An “Outstanding” setting that places emphasis on child-initiated learning guided by skilful practitioners.
• Highly responsive children who have an enthusiasm for learning.
• Access to continual professional development to extend your skills and knowledge
Commitment to safeguarding
All appointments will be subject to a full DBS check and satisfactory references.