Nursery Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Scarborough, United Kingdom Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Full time

Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy is now recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

To work as a key person and as part of a team under the direction of the EYFS Lead. To provide safe, high-quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of the children attending the setting.

To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.

To help set up the playrooms for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.

To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met.

Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.

To advise the EYFS Lead of any concerns e.g over children, parents, or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.

To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.

To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.

To support mealtimes within the setting.

To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures e.g health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc.

32.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Fixed Term until 31/08/2025)

About our Academy

Thomas Hinderwell is located in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

We have high expectations that require us to inspire our pupils to be aspirational by aiming higher, working harder and learning more than has ever been asked by them. We want every child who attends THPA to be successful by building a real community that shares core values of the Trust and supports eachother by using the 'every lesson matters' mantra. We accept that every child is different, so we provide a unique and personalised educational experience. This includes an exciting curriculum, which centre on innovative experiences throughout the academic year to scaffold learning upon. 

Salary & Benefits

Unqualified Teacher 1 £20,598 PAAccess to Teachers’ Pension SchemeCPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in EducationCommitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance ProgrammeAwards and Recognition SchemeFlexible working patternsBenefits Platformdiscounts on car leasingholiday discountscinema ticketsrestaurant booking discountsCycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Level 4 early years education and childcare qualification or equivalent

Previous experience of working with young children.

Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Knowledge of child protection procedures. 

Willingness to learn and good communication skills.

An understanding of play based approaches to children's learning and development.

A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best.

Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children – identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them.

Aware that the Trust will take all steps to prevent those who pose a risk of harm from working with children. Recruitment procedures ensure rigour in identifying and rejecting people who might abuse children.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'. 

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.


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