Child Care Assistant (Nursery Assistant) (GRE121BC)

Job Description

Child Care and Education Group Assistant (Nursery Assistant)
Greystoke Primary School
Grade 6 Pay Point 9-10 (£25,187 – £25,589)
Full time – 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Temporary until 24 October 2025 to cover Maternity Leave
Monday to Friday: 08:00am – 16:00pm (inclusive of an unpaid lunch break)

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Greystoke Primary School are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Nursery Assistant to undertake duties for the provision of the care, safety and learning of the children in the Nursery Education Group, which is registered as a Nursery Education Provider and works within the Ofsted requirements.

Why choose Greystoke Primary School?

It is our mission to provide our pupils with a stimulating and engaging curriculum in a safe and secure environment. We believe that emotional wellbeing is essential in developing positive behaviour and academic success. We value and respect all individuals and our ethos gives our community the confidence to achieve their full potential and to be the best that they can be, and in doing so make a positive contribution to society.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To ensure that the development and needs of all children attending the nursery are met through the implementation of the Foundation Stage curriculum and the guidance from birth to three matters; taking into account the SEN code of practice and an anti-bias approach
• To understand child development and the importance of learning through play when planning activities for children
• To keep appropriate records of the children’s progression in accordance with the Data Protection Act
• To work in a flexible manner to ensure that all the needs of the children and their families are met
• To actively support the development and review of all nursery policies and procedures

PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept applications via Indeed. Please go to My New Term to submit your application: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141903/EDV-2024-GPS-39119

We are looking for someone who has:

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in Childcare or equivalent
• Experience of working with children under five.
• Experience of working with children and families with Special Educational Needs
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Standards and any other relevant legislation within an inclusive framework
• Experience of working in a community-based setting

What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Support for continuous professional development in the role
• Opportunities to visit other organisations for professional learning
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• Free car parking
• Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – EAP
• Employee self-service portal.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Dental support
• Gym discount
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 02/02/2025
Reference ID: GRE121BC