Early Years/Nursery Assistant (Level 3 or higher desired)

Job Description

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

(Early Years/Nursery Assistant)

Level 3 or higher desired

Full time equivalent: £23,426-£23,803

Actual Salary (Based on 35 hours a week): £18,615.19-£18,914.77

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a one form entry school located in Basildon. We were last inspected in October 2021 and received a judgement of 'Good'.

We are very proud of our pupils who are polite, kind to one another and keen to learn. They appreciate everything that is done for them.

Who are we looking for?

We wish to appoint an Early Years assistant to work as specifically as part of our EYFS team, across our nursery setting and reception class.

We are looking for somebody with commitment, energy and drive to join our dedicated, friendly team and work closely with us to provide positive learning experiences for our pupils.

What experience are we looking for?

Experience and/or specific training in supporting younger children as well as children with special educational needs is desirable but not essential.

What qualifications are desirable?

This post is suitable for experienced or recently qualified early years practitioners (Level 3). (Please note that if your level 3 course was passed after 2014, you must also demonstrate that you have passed GCSE maths and English.)

We would be extremely interested in meeting candidates with a level 6 certificate (perhaps those with a university degree in "Early Childhood Studies" or equivalent.)

Applicants who do not have a level three early years certificate, but who are experienced in working in an early years setting are also welcome to apply.

What is the salary?

"The full time equivalent" is between£23,426-£23,803 (depending on experience and qualification.)

The actual salary is £18,615.19-£18,914.77 pounds per annum (Based on a 35 hour week over the teaching weeks of a year)

This is initiallyfixed term but has potential to become a permanent position, based on continued school funding and nursery numbers

Opportunities may exist to enhance salary advertised through provision of additional activities such as supporting after school clubs.

What are the hours and holidays?

The post is advertised for a full time worker working from the beginning of the school day until the end. The working pattern would include 7.45am (Supporting a breakfast club) up until 3.15pm (Covering up until the end of the school day and supporting the class teacher organise the classroom for the next day.)

The school may have some flexibility for the right candidate, wishing to work three or four days as opposed to five.

The school may have some flexibility for the right candidate wishing to start at 8.30am, and working less hours as a result.

The school holidays and inset days are all holiday days.

The successful candidate will:

· Be able to support in the delivery of high-quality learning experiences for all pupils.

· Have high expectations of learning and behaviour and inspire and motivate our children.

· Be supportive, nurturing and understanding.

· Seek to make learning exciting and a positive experience.

· Communicate well with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.

· Demonstrate good communication skills both orally and written.

· Work well as part of a supportive, friendly team.

· Support the Catholic ethos of our school.

In return you will receive:

· Excellent professional development.

· The support of committed, enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues.

· A supportive environment with many CPD opportunities.

· Pupils who are eager to learn, impeccably behaved and appreciative of everything done to support them.

· Supportive parents.

· A friendly and supportive team.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring check via the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Visits to the school are welcomed but not mandatory. However, should you wish to visit our early years setting, this can be arranged through the school office by phoning Miss Aldridge on 01268 553502 or emailing the school at office@st-teresasrc.essex.sch.uk

Closing Date: Friday 18th October

Interviews: Week commencing 21st October (or sooner).

(We reserve the right close the advertisement, interview and appoint early, so please submit your application at the soonest opportunity.)

Position commences 4th November, or sooner if a successful candidate is available.

Candidates shortlisted will receive notification of interview.