Early Years TA

The Role

Are you an Early Years Educator (Level 3)? Do you have the passion, dedication and energy required to work in our busy nursery class?  Do you enjoy working with children and making a difference to their lives? If yes – then this is the role for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the vibrant and aspirational Longlands Primary School and Nursery. We are looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic individual to work as part of our team in the Early Years. The successful applicant will be joining a fantastic team at a vibrant and creative school.

In this role, you will work as a member of a nursery team delivering the EYFS curriculum, both in the classroom and outdoors in our wonderful learning environment. You will be working with children aged between 2 and 4 years old, some of whom have additional needs.

Grade 5, Scale point 5 £12.18/hr

Permanent

27.5 hours per week, Mon to Fri 9:00am – 3:00pm

Term time only

Required for September 2024

To be successful, you will:

·        hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent that allows you to work in an Early Years Setting.

·        possess motivation and enthusiasm

·        be innovative and flexible

·        be committed to making a difference to children's lives

·        be a keen and effective learner, willing to learn new skills and undertake professional development opportunities

·        work well in a team and use your own initiative.

Longlands Primary School and Nursery is a school with a family feel. Our staff seek to encourage, challenge and champion our pupils from their very first day and throughout their journey with us, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere where learning is fun.

We offer:

·        Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunities for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway Career development pathway.

·        An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents and governors.

·        A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance for all, evidenced in policy and practice.

·        Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP and other medical support.

If you are interested in this post and have any queries, please email admin@lon.mmat.co.uk or give us a call and we will be more than happy to help.

(Please note we do not accept CVs).

The closing date for applications is Midnight on Wednesday 28th August 2024.

Interviews dates to be confirmed.

The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online searches. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.