Nursery Practitioner - Full-time

Rye Community Primary School, Rye

• Ref:KCC146-826-5S
• Posted:21/05/2024
• Pay:ESCC Single Status 4 Point 9
• Start Date:as soon as possible
• App Close Date:24/05/2024 at 23:45
• Interviews:as soon as possible

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Rye Community Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable
Nursery Practitioner to join in our classroom-based nursery. The nursery setting will consist of
children aged between 2 and 4 years old. The nursery is currently open for 5 days a week, Monday -
Friday from 8:30am to 3.30pm. These times are open to change in the light of the needs of the
community. Staff will work to a rota system in order to ensure that appropriate staffing levels and
expertise are maintained throughout the setting’s opening periods.

Staff will be able and enthusiastic about working with a variety of professional disciplines and to
put the child at the centre of their work.

Our ideal Candidate will demonstrate an understanding of:
• The foundation stage learning goals.
• How children learn and develop between the ages 2 and 4.
• The importance of children’s holistic development in important areas such as speech,
personal social and emotional development, physical development, literacy and numeracy.
• The effect of developmental stage, wellbeing and circumstances on a child’s learning
and development.
• The significance of attachment, the key person’s role and how significant events can
impact a child.
• How to support children through transitions.
• Hold Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education & Care

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following:
• The legal requirements and guidance concerning safeguarding, security, confidentiality and
promoting welfare.
• Safeguarding policies and procedures, including online safety and child protection.
• Your role in relation to safeguarding, security child protection, reporting and
confidentiality.
• The signs that a child is in danger or at risk of serious harm or abuse, and the necessary
action required to protect them.

In return, we offer:
• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the children’s life chances;
• A school in which the children are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our school prior to application.

Rye Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we
expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo
an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

Dear applicant,

On behalf of our pupils, colleagues and trustees, I would like to thank you for your interest in a position at Rye Community Primary School. I hope you find the application pack both helpful and informative. Rye Community Primary School is a place where learners feel safe, cared for and have space to learn. We pride ourselves on being a closely knit community where children are known as individuals and their talents are nurtured and celebrated. There is significant transformational change to improve the standard of education and facilities at Rye Community Primary School – ideal for ambitious and talented individuals to truly make a difference and build upon our most recent OFSTED good grading, in March 2023. We pride ourselves on meeting the needs of every child – we see it as our role to unlock the diverse abilities and talents found in each pupil regardless of ability, background or need. Through an imaginative and vibrant curriculum, we provide a gateway for learning which challenges everyone to ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’ from the outset. We want to inspire and excite – creating a love of learning which will serve our children well throughout their educational journey. There are three educational settings in Rye – Starfish Pre-School, Rye Community Primary School and Rye College. Between us we offer an exciting continuous learning journey from the age of 2 to 16 – ensuring children have the best opportunity to move seamlessly between the key stages of learning whilst ensuring consistency throughout their educational experience. In your application, please outline why you would like to join Rye Community Primary School, how you meet the person specification and what makes you the best person for the job. We value honesty. I look forward receiving your completed application.

With thanks,

Kelly Martin Headteacher

Benefits: All colleagues have 24 hour access to our EAP support line for a wide range of areas. The school has a seat at the trust wellbeing committee. PPA is offered as a work from home option. Discounted membership at the local leisure centre is offered. We are able to direct colleagues to access discounted activities and tickets via a monthly subscription. Employees benefit from a 10% discount at the onsite Pre-School (2-4 years). All colleagues are able to access bespoke learning opportunities.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Martina Webb
• Address:The Grove, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7ND
• Telephone: 01797330848
• Email: mwebb@ryecollege.co.uk