Nursery Practitioner

_Rossall School is among the most successful and prestigious independent boarding and day schools in the North West with flourishing pupil numbers._

We require experienced and caring Nursery Practitioners to help ensure that every child has the best possible start in life and support to fulfil their potential, and to provide a secure and safe environment in which children are able to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow up.

**Main responsibilities**

**Duties**
- To be responsible for planning exciting activities for your key children by following their interest and being able to link it to development matters.
- Have a good sound knowledge of the age and stage statements in the Early years Foundation stage
- Be able to create awe and wonder to excite the children daily.
- To work as part of a team to ensure the health, safety, well-being and happiness of every child in the Nursery.
- To keep classroom areas tidy and ordered.
- To help carry out whole school functions such as Nativity and Sports Day, as deemed necessary by the Director of Pre-School.
- To become involved in the life of the school such as extra-curricular activities or be willing to assist with school trips and outings.
- To be able to write termly reports about your key child using evidence from observations.
- To be flexible and co-operative when asked to work extra hours / days as required due to illness and holidays
- To attend courses as required and become qualified in their profession.
**General**
- To actively promote the school at all times
- To behave professionally when talking to parents
- Always respect the confidentiality of school matters and should never discuss individuals with anyone other than a member of staff.
- Report any concerns about a child’s progress or welfare to the Director of Pre-School.
- To ensure that all parents, children and visitors are always made welcome to the school. This is particularly important at the start and end of the school day when any problems can be discussed and dealt with immediately
- To ensure all health and safety procedures are strictly adhered to at all times
To carry out any other reasonable requests deemed necessary by the Director of Pre-School.

**Benefits**
- Free meals
- On site parking
- Company Pension
- Training opportunities
- Discount on School and Nursery fees
- Applicants should be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people. They should demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of this post. All staff are required to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding Policy at all times. _

Rossall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken by the School. The position is regulated activity and therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £9.80-£10.29 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)