Early Years Practitioner: Beechcroft St Pauls' CE Primary School

Dorset Council; Wilton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset Council is seeking a caring Childcare Assistant to join our friendly school-based nursery team. This part-time role is 12 hours per week, with shifts on Monday and Tuesday from 8:40am to 3:10pm, including a lunch break.

You will help create a safe, welcoming environment, support children's learning and wellbeing in line with the EYFS, assist with daily routines and work as part of a dedicated Early Years team, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Caring, patient and supportive demeanor.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Maintains a safe, welcoming and engaging nursery environment.
• Supports learning and welfare in line with EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for children.
• Support children's learning and wellbeing.
• Assist with daily routines in the nursery setting.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality early years provision.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Teamwork

Enthusiasm for children

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young children to learn, grow and thrive? We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Childcare Assistant to join our friendly school-based nursery team. The role is offered for 12 hours per week on a Monday and Tuesday, working 8.40am to 3.10pm with a half an hour break for lunch.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a nurturing early years setting where every day brings new opportunities to inspire curiosity, creativity and confidence in young children.

About The Role

Working alongside our experienced nursery staff, you will help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can develop through play and exploration. You will support children's learning and wellbeing, assist with daily routines and contribute to delivering high-quality early years provision.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a genuine enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Be caring, patient and supportive.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging nursery environment.
• Support children's learning, development and welfare in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children's early learning experiences.
• A friendly and dedicated Early Years team.
• Valuable experience within a school-based nursery setting.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development.

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Safeguarding Statement

Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

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