Early Years Practitioner

The Directors of St Gabriel the Archangel CMAT and Governors of Our Lady’s Catholic Academy wish to appoint two Early Years Practitioners for 32.5 hours per week, permanent, term time only plus INSET days. DUTIES: Under the direction of the Headteacher: 1. To contribute to the planning for and delivery of the early year’s curriculum within the six areas of learning in “Foundation Stage”. 2. To implement the agreed school’s development plan. 3. To contribute to the creating of an attractive/stimulating, safe/secure class/school environment through display and classroom organisation. 4. To contribute to the assessment of pupils, particularly those in your particular group through observations, records and discussions with other team members, parents and the Head Teacher. 5. To support the maintenance of positive links between home and school by making parents feel welcome and develop links with other agencies. 6. To maintain a safe environment for children, other staff and visitors so far as it is possible. 7. To be aware of, and maintain, specific school policies which relate to pupils in the classroom, i.e.; behaviour, equal opportunities and marking where applicable. ¨ To be a qualified NNEB or hold other appropriate recognised qualification. (NNEB, BTEC Diploma, NVQ III). ¨ The post holder will not have any supervisory responsibility over any other staff. ¨ Responsible to Headteacher/Teacher/Supervisory Early Years Practitioner ¨ To work under supervision physically in the same classroom as the above. The successful candidates are assured of: A dedicated, hardworking and caring staff team. A fully supportive Governing Body. A very positive climate in which you can develop new ideas and initiatives. Enthusiastic, well behaved and hardworking children. A commitment to high quality professional development, support, induction and mentoring within our Multi Academy Company. Our Lady’s Catholic Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced check by the Criminal Records Bureau. DBS Our Lady’s is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced check by the Criminal Records Bureau. Asylum and Immigration To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered. Further information is available at: www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/employers/ Please note: All appl