Head of Nursery
Beacon Academy Trust
Redbridge
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- February 2024 - with an April 2024 Opening Date
- Apply by:
- 21 December 2023
Job overview
Head of Nursery
Based at the Beacon Campus - IG4 5LP
40 hours per week, 44.8 weeks per year
Competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience
Salary range commensurate with Qualified teacher pay scales M1 – UPS3 (outer London) + TLR, this includes equivalent salary for candidates based upon experience and qualifications without QTS
Start date negotiable, the employee nursery is scheduled to open April 2024
Benefits Include:
Benenden Private Healthcare - as a taxable benefit – responsive medical care which may be extended to include family and friends
Generous leave for full-time support staff
Two weeks’ full pay paternity leave
Retained STPCD 2012 including automatic main scale progression for teaching staff
16% PPA minimum for teaching staff
Access to Teachers or Local Government Pension scheme
Busy Beacons - Access to an on-site, non-profit, term time only nursery for school staff (opening 2023-24)
Staff forum
A focus on staff well-being and welfare – Carnegie Gold Mental Health Award status
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – 365 days a year helpline and additional support with legal, financial advice and counselling
Investment in training and professional development including NPQs
A range of career opportunities across the Trust
Free access to a fully fitted on-site fitness suite on both campuses
EV installation programme 2023
Cycle to work shower facilities
Team building and sports events to build cohesion and BMAT community
Winter well-being holiday
Free on-site parking
Free hot drinks
Access to ‘Beacon Bargains’ our online swap shop for staff to give away, sell and swap items between them
Beacon Academy Trust are currently seeking to appoint Head of Nursery
The successful applicant will have:
Sustained experience in early years
A commitment to forest school principles and curriculum
Confidence and experience in planning, providing and taking part in play-based activities
A commitment to providing a high quality of education for all learners
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.
Enhanced DBS (with list checks) is required for this post.
The below documents must be read prior to applying for this role and will be factored into interviews:
Keeping Children Safe in Education
BMAT – Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Further information and an application form can be found at https://nelta.co.uk/vacancies/
Please forward your electronic applications to recruitment@beaconacademytrust.co.uk
Beacon Multi Academy Trust are pleased be working alongside Benenden Healthcare in offering a Healthcare Plan to its employees. There is no obligation to opt in to the healthcare plan, it is just part of our ongoing priority to support staff wellbeing across the Trust.
Please note we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers, therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.
Attached documents
About Beacon Academy Trust
Welcome to the Beacon Academy Trust
It is my privilege to welcome you to the Beacon Multi-Academy Trust. We are proud of our values, non-negotiables, leadership development and our constant ambition to be exceptional. At Beacon, we work together, to raise standards in education for all; as we believe every young person deserves the best education possible.
In collaboration with Trustees, Governors and Leaders, we have created a simple, clear narrative for what the BMAT aspiration is by developing and promoting our shared vision and achievements and explaining the strategic journey for improvement.
Our open culture ensures that all Trust staff and students are motivated and supported to develop their own skills, supporting each other to be their very best to provide an exceptional educational experience.
Our extended partnership work with other schools through Initial Teacher Training and School 2 School Support is invaluable in its support of our continuous drive for school improvement and leadership development.
Our core purpose is simple: we want all students to reach their full potential; through high expectations inclusive practice; with our schools at the heart of the communities they serve.
Kathryn Burns
Executive Principal/CEO BMAT
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