EYFS Practitioner

Outcomes First Group; Thetford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with autism. As an EYFS Practitioner, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping young minds within a supportive and inclusive environment. With a commitment to work-life balance, you'll enjoy a 4-Day Working Week while receiving competitive pay and a generous welcome bonus. Our comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your wellbeing, offering mental health support and flexible options. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

GBP2000 Welcome Bonus

Life Assurance

Pension Options

Mental Health Support

BUPA Cash Plan

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Schemes

Family Support Benefits

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in childcare or early years education is essential.
• Experience working with children, especially those with autism, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing EYFS programmes.
• Supervise the class and support the teacher during absences.
• Create a supportive learning environment for all pupils.

Skills

Childcare Management

Teaching Skills

Autism Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education

Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Diploma in Pupil's Learning and Development

Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!

Job Details

• Job Title: EYFS Practitioner
• Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich
• Salary: GBP25,000 - GBP28,000 per annum
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Applicants: UK applicants only.

Join us today to receive a GBP2000 Welcome Bonus. GBP1000 paid after 3 months of employment, and GBP1000 after successful completion of final probation. T&Cs apply!

Job Purpose

1. Assist in planning and implementing the EYFS and other programmes/strategies to promote effective teaching and learning within a specialist Autism School.
2. Supervise the class and deliver pre-prepared activities during the class teacher's short-term absence.
3. Support the class teacher in managing and organizing pupils and the classroom.
4. Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment.
5. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, ensuring equal learning opportunities.
6. Promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils and young people within the school.

Qualifications Required

• Level 3 Qualification such as Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
• Level 3 Diploma in Pupil's Learning and Development
• Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to Seven

About Us

Acorn Park School caters to 98 pupils with a primary diagnosis of Autism, offering formal and semi-formal curricula tailored to individual EHCPs. Facilities include a Forest School, Animal Care Farm, sports hall, sensory rooms, and more, on a 30-acre rural Norfolk site. We've been providing care and education for over 16 years, and are part of Outcomes First Group, recognized as a 'Great Place to Work'.

Why Join Options Autism?

We prioritize your health and wellbeing with a comprehensive reward package including Life Assurance, Pension options, mental health support, BUPA Cash Plan, and more. Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, offers additional benefits like health and insurance options, discounts, Cycle to Work, electric car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young adults. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.