Nursery Assistant

Early Years Educator/ Nursery Assistant-Level 3 qualification in EYFS Childcare or equivalent qualification (Term time only- with the scope to assist in running a holiday club for 3-4 weeks in the school holidays)

Salterford House School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and follows safer recruitment practice. If called for interview you will need to bring your driving licence, passport or other photographic ID and original examination documents or certificates for verification. The interview will also assess your suitability to work with children and will include questions relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Salterford House School was founded in 1981 by the current proprietor. The school is a member of the Independent Schools Association and caters for children from years of age in a beautiful countryside setting.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile individual to join our Nursery School as an Early Years Educator / Nursery Assistant. The successful applicant will be required to work in the Nursery with pupils between the ages of 2 – 4, providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children to develop. To ensure that health and safety and security measures are constantly maintained. To provide appropriate support to small groups and individual children.

The post requires initiative, patience, flexibility and a desire to become part of a happy and purposeful team.

The post is part time. This post is currently term time with 2 weeks holiday club offered to interested parties.

The school operates a no-smoking policy.

Due to the location, it will be necessary for applicants to have their own transport. The school checks all new appointments with the Disclosure & Barring Service previously Criminal Records Bureau for any criminal, or other background, that might disqualify an individual from working with children. The successful applicant will therefore be subject to a DBS Enhanced Disclosure. The school will also require the successful applicant to complete a medical questionnaire.

Referees for short listed applicants may be contacted prior to interviews.

Salterford House School is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy.

If selected for interview you will be contacted by telephone. It is therefore essential that a day time number is provided. Referees for short listed applicants may be contacted prior to interviews.

Person Specification

Essential

Level 3 qualification in EYFS Childcare or equivalent qualification according to the EYFS qualification cheklist.

Experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age.

Numeracy/literacy skills (GCSE / O Level).

Provide the highest standards of quality care and education.

Work within the framework of the Children Act, the Early Years Foundation Stage, Statutory Framework, the Nursery/School Policies and Procedures and current legislation relating to childcare.

Ensure that health and safety and security measures are constantly maintained.

Work positively as part of a whole team, using initiative, sharing information and being flexible whenever necessary.

Work in close partnership and to develop and maintain good relationships with parents /carers and other family members.

Attend out of working hour's activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, parents' evenings, events, etc.

Attend room meetings to ensure good team motivation, information sharing and planning.

Be flexible in working practices within the Nursery/School.

Work alongside the staff team to ensure that the vision, philosophy and objectives of the Nursery/School are fulfilled

Excellent time management.

An awareness of Child Protection and Safeguarding

Knowledge of the EYFS Framework

Desirable

Experience of Special Needs children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate and work alongside parents to give full integration in the Nursery

Good ICT abilities

Implement and evaluate a plan of suitable experiences and activities for the children in your care, providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children to develop.

Knowledge of strategic processes and barriers to learning, including e.g. behaviour management strategies.

Preparation and maintenance of appropriate children's records, observations and learning journeys and a system of planning for individuals needs and next steps (training will be given)

An understanding of the expectations of working in an independent school.

A willingness to take part in the school's extra-curricular activities.

Paediatric First Aid

Food Hygiene Certificate

The purpose of the interview is to assess a potential candidate's suitability for the post and give both parties the opportunity to gain further information before making a successful appointment. It is also an opportunity to seek clarification on information which the candidate has provided on the application form and accompanying Curriculum Vitae.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person