Level 3 Pre-school Assistant

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust); Maldon; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Eye tests

Job summary

Heybridge Primary School, part of Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), is seeking aQualified Level 3 Preschool Assistant to join a supportive team. You will foster curiosity, encourage unique learning journeys, and help children become inquisitive and confident learners through play and development-rich activities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, CPD opportunities, and flexible progression within a caring school community. Applications encouraged from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• A Qualified Level 3 Preschool Assistant.
• Ability to plan for children's development.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Experience with EYFS and learning through play.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in EYFS activities.
• Support learning through indoor and outdoor activities.
• Write assessments reflecting development stages.
• Contribute to a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Great communicator

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Observing children

Education

Qual Level 3 Preschool Assistant

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and proactive Qualified Level 3 Pre school Assistantto join our supportive and collaborative team. You will encourage our children to be unique, foster their curiosity and support them on a journey of discovery enabling them to be inquisitive and confident learners.

As a Preschool Assistantyou’ll immerse yourself with our stimulating Early Years Foundation Stage and engage in learning through creative play. The ability to sing in tune is not necessary; however, the ability to sing out of tune in front of children is essential.

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team of practitioners and teachers. It's not necessarily the length of your experience as a Pre school Assistant that we're most interested in, it's your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

The ideal Pre school Assistantwill be someone who is:

• A great communicator and team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Committed to helping develop an exciting and nurturing learning environment with indoor and outdoor activities
• Passionate about education and has the ability to plan for children's development
• Able to observe and plan activities for children in a small group
• Able to write accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests and stages of development of the child

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
• Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Heybridge Primary School

Heybridge Primary School currently has 405 pupils ranging from 4 – 11 years. We have a bright modern building, which is well equipped and is set within unusually generous grounds with playing fields and gardens. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find out more visit ourwebsite here.

To discover what makes Heybridge so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01621 854082 or [e-mail]

About Kemnal Academies Trust

Kemnal Academies Trust is a group of schools with ambition for every child and pride in the communities we serve. We provide a broad and rich education that opens doors. Working together, we give every pupil the support and the skills they need to build a life of purpose, agency, and contribution.

Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Our leaders focus on pupil progress and attainment, regularly sharing knowledge, insight, and experience across our family of schools. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support because when we work together, every child benefits.

A Culture of Belonging: Equity, Inclusion & Diversity

Belonging is of utmost importance to us. We strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and respected, where expectations are high, and genuine support is provided. Here, colleagues are trusted to lead, contribute, and grow in alignment with our mission. At Kemnal Academies Trust, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we know diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Flexible Working -Kemnal Academies Trust recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career while balancing their commitments and interests outside of work. We actively promote flexible working practices and opportunities to support a positive work-life balance.

Application Details & Next Steps -Interview dates for this role are listed in the key vacancy details above; please ensure you hold this date in your diary when applying. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications, so early submission is encouraged.

Be Who You Are: Interview & Workplace Adjustments- Should you be selected and invited to interview, please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate fully. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments within both the recruitment process and the workplace to support every candidate.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment -Kemnal Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to statutory safer recruitment checks prior to appointment. These include, but are not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check, online searches (in line with KCSIE guidelines), identity and right-to-work verification, reference checks, relevant qualification/prohibition checks, and overseas checks where applicable. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed.

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