George Heriot's are looking for an experienced Nursery specialist to provide overall leadership to the nursery team and ensure that the nursery provides high quality care, supportive and nurturing environment for all of George Heriot's pupils. The Head of Nursery role is an exciting new opportunity for a qualified Early Years specialist Teacher.
George Heriot's Nursery has clear vision, aims and our values guide us every day, ensuring that the Nursery is a fun, nurturing and inspiring place where children can thrive and get the best possible start in life:
* to provide a safe, happy, caring, secure and stimulating environment for our pupils
* to inspire lifelong learners who are confident discoverers, explorers and creators and who live out values; work hard, be kind, be yourself
* to help all children to prepare for the future
The successful applicant will be an experienced, motivated, and child‑centred practitioner and will continue to develop an enriching, nurturing and high‑quality early years environment.
Interviews for this role are due to take place on W/c 23rd March
Main Responsibilities:
Please see attached job description for full details.
Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will have the following skills and attributes;
* Appropriately qualified and successful teacher of Primary Education – registered with/eligible for registration with GTCS (essential attribute)
* Previous management experience of delivering and Early Years curriculum
* Proven ability to relate well to and communicate effectively with parents, staff and pupils.
* Enthusiasm, resilience and warmth
* Understanding and commitment to the Heriot’s aims and values.
* Confidence and ability to deal with sensitive issues affecting pupils and parents
* Ability to prioritise effectively and to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.
Please note that parking is not available on our campus
George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463
Package Description:
When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.
Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:
* Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
* Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
* Continued professional development opportunities
* Travel to work schemes
* School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
* Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
* Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community
We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.