About this role
Part time, permanent
Grade 6 35 hours,
Provision open 50 weeks a year (closed for 2 weeks at Christmas). Holiday to be booked and can be taken at anytime during the year subject to approval (post is not term time only)
£25,992 (FTE)
Working pattern:9:45-6pm Monday to Thursday and 9:30-4:30 on Friday (1 hour unpaid lunch break).
To support the delivery of high-quality care and early learning experiences within the preschool, ensuring children are safe, supported and engaged in meaningful learning aligned to the EYFS framework.
We’re looking for someone who is:
Organised and reliable, with strong attention to detail.A good communicator, both verbally and in writing.Willing to learn and take on a variety of tasks.Has experience of working with children.Has a good level of literacy and numeracy.Is patient, engaging, caring and creative.Is able to work in a team.Is be self-motivated.Roles and Responsibilities
Promote safeguarding and follow Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) proceduresSupport delivery of a high-quality, play-based curriculum.Model high-quality interactions and teaching practice.Support staff in planning, observation and assessment.Support early identification of additional needs.Build strong relationships with parents and carers.Support transition arrangements into Reception.Essential Qualifications:
Level 3 full and relevant Early Years qualification (DfE approved).GCSE English and Maths Grade 4+ (or equivalent)Safeguarding and Recruitment:
Our Schools/Trust and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. For all short-listed candidates, references will be requested in advance of the interview, and an online search will be carried out. The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure, proof of ID, social media checks, medical clearance, and checks regarding the right to work in the UK.
Why join us?
Welcoming, inclusive workplace. Opportunities for growth and career progression in a Trust that invests in its people. A supportive environment for your professional development.Benefits
Free parking on site.Access to well-being services.An excellent pension (LGPS)Staff development opportunitiesBike to work scheme.Learn Academies Trust is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
Learn Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and creating a truly inclusive Trust. We are determined to ensure all our stakeholders flourish and thrive. We aim to foster a culture where all are valued and respected. We acknowledge and celebrate all protected characteristics. We endeavour to remove all barriers to learning and participation. Our ED&I Policy and objectives are integral to all that we do.
Our vision for ED&I is simple: we aim to create an environment where everyone has a seat at the table, where everyone has a voice and where everyone belongs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references (these will be requested if you are shortlisted) and successful completion of vetting.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy if organisational priorities change.