Learning Support Assistant ( Early Years)

Oakridge School; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakridge School, a two-form entry with an attached Nursery welcoming children from age two, is guided by the motto “Working together to succeed” and the aim “Enhancing the life chances of all our children.” Our Early Years provision was rated Outstanding at the last Ofsted inspection.

We are now seeking a Support Assistant to join our Nursery team. You'll work with the EYFS leader and a friendly, supportive team in a vibrant, nurturing environment. Visits are welcome.

Qualifications

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure and use initiative to support children.
• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Enthusiasm and empathy for children.
• A commitment to professional standards.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply the school and Trust values.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Nursery as part of the EYFS team.
• Collaborate with the EYFS leader to support learning and development.
• Contribute to a nurturing and collaborative environment in the Nursery.

Skills

Teamwork

Resilience

Initiative

Creativity

Attendance

Punctuality

Empathy

Professional standards

School values

Job description

About this Role

Do you want to be part of a team where every day you make a difference? Do you want to help shape the life chances of children from the very start of their journey?

At Oakridge School, we are proud to be a two-form entry school with an attached Nursery welcoming children from the age of two. Guided by our motto "Working together to succeed" and our core purpose "Enhancing the life chances of all our children", we believe that Early Years is the most important phase of a child’s life.

Our Early Years provision was rated Outstanding at our last Ofsted inspection.

Parents describe themselves as "part of the Oakridge family."

Our values of Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and Kindness underpin everything we do.

Here at Oakridge, learning always comes first. We are a community built on support, collaboration, and a shared commitment to helping every child thrive.

We are now looking for a Support Assistant to join our Nursery team. You'll work alongside our dedicated EYFS leader and a friendly, supportive team in a vibrant and nurturing environment.

Come and see our Early Years setting for yourself - we'd love to welcome you before you apply.

About the candidate:

Able to work as part of a team Resilience and the ability work under pressure and use initiative to support children Ability to work creatively and collaboratively Excellent attendance and punctuality Enthusiasm and empathy for children A commitment to professional standards Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply the school and Trust values

Successful candidate will be subject to

• an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check Right to work in the UK Evidence of a commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people

Other info: Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role. Tel No: 01494 520341 Email: [e-mail]

Safeguarding statement: Oakridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure. A social media check will be undertaken.