Nursery Practitioners with Early Years’ Experience - The King Alfred Federation Full and Part -Time
The King Alfred Federation
Lewisham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Grade 3 £26,193-£26,625
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 20/03/2024
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
Nursery Practitioners with Early Years’ Experience
The King Alfred Federation – Athelney and Elfrida Primary School
We currently have three exciting positions available within our two nurseries: 35 hours per week, 14 hours per week, and 30 hours per week (consideration will be given to applicants with a Level 2 qualification), Term Time Only.
Fixed-Term Contract & Permanent positions available.
Salary: (Scale 3 £26,193 – £26,625) PRO RATA
We are seeking inspirational nursery practitioners to join our Early Years teams. We currently have three positions available, and we are excited about the opportunity to grow our existing nurseries. A current paediatric first aid qualification is desirable; otherwise, training can be provided. We welcome applications from creative thinkers who will enthuse our children and inspire in them a passion for learning. You will have a particular interest in working in a fully inclusive, multicultural nursery catering to children aged 2-4 years old.
The successful candidates will hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, plus English and maths (or equivalent) for our nursery positions at Athelney Primary School. A Level 2 qualification is required as a minimum for Elfrida Primary School.
We are ideally looking for a part-time Level 3 practitioner to work at our Athelney nursery on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (14 hours). You will be involved with our new and exciting 2-year-old provision. Additionally, we are looking for a Level 3 practitioner for 35 hours per week at our Nursery to support our busy and expanding nursery.
Lastly, we have a position available at our Elfrida Primary Nursery for a candidate with a minimum Level 2 qualification. This role is for 30 hours per week. You will have the opportunity to work with our experienced nursery team, caring for children aged 2-4 years old.
You will need to ensure you meet the correct criteria by checking DfE website here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder
We are looking for a practitioner who:
Is an excellent practitioner with Early Years’ experience
- Has experience of working with 2-4 year olds in a group setting
- Has a recognised child care qualification (qualification level 2 will be considered for the 30 hour position)
- Has high expectations of children and themselves
- Desires to learn and improve themselves professionally
- Is committed to inclusion and raising the attainment of all pupils
- Is able to form excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Has energy and a great sense of humour
- A good Standard of spoken and written English is essential.
What we offer
- Two schools of enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
- Opportunities for professional development in a supportive team
- A real chance to make a difference to a community and children’s lives
Informal visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. An application pack is downloadable from TES website here
This Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. Pre-employment checks will include obtaining a full DBS and the collection of two references, one of which must be from your most recent employer.
Completed applications should be uploaded to the TES website or alternatively send to recruitment@kafed.org.uk titled “Completed Application for Teaching Assistant with EYFS"
Closing date: 15th April 2024
Attached documents
About The King Alfred Federation
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