We are seeking to appoint a new member of our team to work with children in Early Years five days a week, 8.40am to 3.15pm. The role will include both teaching and learning assistant hours with our Nusery and Reception children and lunch time support. Breaks are timetabled through the day. Previous experience of working with Early Years children is essential whether in a nursery setting or school setting. The successful candidate will have as a minimum a level 3 Early Years qualification. We would consider part time job shares for the best candidates hence the role being advertised as full time or part time. There is also potential for additional hours to support our popular wrap around care facilities. The successful candidate will: be a warm and caring individual, who truly puts the children first be flexible within their role to meet the needs of all of our children be committed to their own professional development relish the opportunity to work in a very supportive and dedicated team have previous experience of supporting children within EYFS be confident in observing, assessing and planning for children's individual needs and next steps work hard to ensure the child they support is fully included in every aspect of school life, using a range of supportive resources and interventions under advice from the SENCO have a willingness to attend relevant training have great organisational and communication skills and the ability to work closely with colleagues In return, we can offer a very positive working environment due to: delightful children who are hard-working and keen to learn a very committed staff team who are caring and supportive excellent support from parents, governors and links to other local schools support to achieve a realistic work / life balance mentoring and continuing professional development an excellent range of resources and ICT facilities You are encouraged to visit by prior appointment.