Description
We are seeking a committed and highly motivated Early Years Practitioner to join our school-based nursery/reception class on a temporary to permanent basis. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will provide high-quality care, education, and support for children within the nursery/reception class, acting as the key person for a designated group of children in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Establishing warm, responsive, and trusting relationships with children and their families
- Supporting children's emotional security, well-being, learning, and development
- Using your knowledge of child development, ongoing observation, and formative assessment to inform interactions, adapt provision, and support children to make progress from their individual starting points
- Taking an active role in delivering the EYFS curriculum, maintaining an inclusive and stimulating learning environment, promoting children's independence, and preparing children for a successful transition into the next stage of learning
- Working collaboratively with the Lead Teacher, Early Years Leader, and wider school team to ensure that practice reflects statutory requirements, school policies, and the school's expectations for high-quality early years education
We offer a supportive and nurturing working environment, excellent employee wellbeing benefits, and opportunities for furthering your professional development. Our school is committed to professional development and equality for all staff and provides a high level of induction and training for new staff members.
Benefits of working with us include:
- An on-site day-care centre with staff priority places for 0-3 year olds
- Excellent transport links
- Opportunity to work with happy and well-behaved children who are excited about learning
- Established support network from SLT and other teachers within the school
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Inspiring playground and excellent facilities
- A well-established staff wellbeing programme