Nursery Assistant - Maternity

Greatstone Primary School, New Romney

• Ref:KCC886-5218-88S
• Posted:09/11/2021
• Pay:KR3
• Start Date:January 2022
• App Close Date:30/11/2021 at 10:00
• Interviews:w/c 6th December 2021

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We have a temporary vacancy, to cover Maternity leave, for a Nursery Assistant who is caring, committed and can relate to both children and adults, but most importantly be able to work as part of a team. This position is for 30.0 hours per week, Monday to Friday, school term time only.

A childcare qualification level 3 e.g. NVQ, CACHE Diploma, BTEC National Diploma is essential, and applicants should have at least one year's paid/unpaid experience of working with children from 2 - 5 years old. A high standard of care for the children attending the Nursery is required, and you should be competent in preparing assessment and development records. Additionally you must be able to show an understanding of the importance of treating information and matters relating to work within the Nursery as confidential. A current paediatrics first aid certificate would also be desirable.

If you are interested in this post and would like to come in for an informal chat and a look round then please contact the nursery office on 01797 369162.

Our School and Nursery and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care. This position will be subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Information about the school

Greatstone Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located on the beautiful Romney Marsh coast in Kent, just a short walk from the beach. Our unique location provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor learning and helps to shape the rich experiences we offer our pupils. We are proud to be at the heart of the local community and work closely with families to ensure that every child feels valued, supported and inspired to succeed.

Our school is built around our core values of Dreaming, Daring and Caring. These values underpin everything we do and guide our approach to learning, behaviour and relationships. We encourage our children to dream big about their futures, dare to challenge themselves and try new things, and care for one another, their community and the wider world.

At Greatstone Primary School, we place a strong emphasis on nurture and wellbeing. We believe that children learn best when they feel safe, supported and understood. Our staff work hard to create a calm, positive and inclusive environment where every child is known as an individual. Through a nurturing approach, we support pupils to develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning.

Safeguarding is at the centre of everything we do. We are fully committed to promoting and protecting the welfare of all children and expect every member of staff to share this commitment. Our safeguarding culture ensures that pupils feel safe, listened to and supported, and that staff work collaboratively to respond quickly and effectively to any concerns.

As part of the Lightyear Federation, Greatstone Primary School benefits from strong collaboration with partner schools, shared expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement, while maintaining its own distinctive identity and community feel.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sheran Dawson
• Address:Baldwin Road, Greatstone, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8SY
• Telephone: (01797) 363916
• Email: dawsons@greatstoneschool.co.uk

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