Early Years Practitioner

Job Description

EYPrequired for our Early Years classes to start as soon as possible

Pay Scale 4/5 NPS 6-11 (32.5 hours per week - term time plus 5 inset days)

Actual salary pro rata - £18,656 - £20,239 per annum

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and caring EYP to provide service delivery within the requirements of the EYFS Framework, Every Child Matters and Ofsted Care Standards.

The role requirements will include:

• Providing safe, high quality education and care to EYFS children
• Have high expectations of every pupil
• Liaise closely with parents/carers ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met
• Assist with planning of the curriculum, record keeping and data interpretation
• Administer first aid
• Set up play areas daily and help to tidy away at the end of the session

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education, BTEC National Diploma in Early Years, NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development, or NNEB Certificate
• Have experience in nursery/EYFS setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Be resilient, flexible and organised
• Passionate about teaching and learning

We can offer you:

• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated andcommitted individuals
• Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• Innovative CPD which is of the highest quality
• Employee Assistance Helpline for employees and their families
• Lion Academy Perks at Work with discounts on shopping, holidays, cinema tickets

This is a public facing role and the successful candidate must speak fluent English.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.

Application Process

We welcome visits to the school prior to application. If you woud like to visit, please contact Donna Sims on 01268 553547 or recruitment@maplegroveprimary.net.

Application and details of the position can be found using the folloing link:https://www.lionacademytrust.net/currentvacancies/Early-Years-Practitioner-1

Information about the School

Lion Academy Trust (LAT) have an outstanding reputation nationally, are high performing, forward looking and innovative. They work hand in hand to lead schools across London, Essex and Northants.

Further details please visit: www.lionacademytrust.net