Level 3 Qualified Nursery / Early Years Practitioner

SAMpeople; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aurora Trust-wide CPD

Development opportunities

Supportive team

Enhanced paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery is seeking an enthusiastic Level 3 Qualified Early Years / Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly nursery team. The role is permanent, term-time only, 37.5 hours per week, 8.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.

You will help deliver high-quality early years provision, build strong relationships with children and families, and contribute to a supportive, growth‑minded environment with development through play.

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification essential
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and carers
• Ability to work with children using play-based learning
• Ability to maintain high-quality records and documentation
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines
• Organised and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work well in a nursery/school team

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early years provision through play-based learning
• Support children's development and wellbeing
• Foster positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Maintain accurate records and report on progress
• Contribute to a safe and organised learning environment

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Record keeping

Organised

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Vision for excellence

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Level 3 Qualified Early Years / Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive nursery team.

The role is offered on a permanent, term-time only basis, 37.5 hours per week (8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday).

The role forms part of our friendly and caring nursery team delivering high-quality early years provision and supporting children's development through play-based learning while fostering positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you have a genuine passion for early years
• you are a practitioner who is committed to providing the very best opportunities for our children
• you are a team member with good communication skills and a clear vision for excellence
• you have a full and relevant level 3 Early Years qualification

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who places our values of Growth, Perseverance, Positivity, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

Qualifications

A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification essential

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential

Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally, and in writing essential

Ability to create and maintain high-quality and accurate records essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Ability to organise fun and stimulating activities essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the nursery and school team essential

Ability to consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies essential

Experience

Previous experience in a similar role essential

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children essential

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team essential

Experience/Knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation relevant to working with young children essential

Demonstrable understanding of children's development essential

Demonstrable understanding of the Early Year's Foundation Stage essential

First aid trained, or willingness to become so

Glenleigh Park is a school that can offer exceptional professional development opportunities, high levels of support and the chance to make a real difference to pupils’ outcomes. We work closely with other schools in our Trust and there are many opportunities to share ideas and learn from each other. Glenleigh Park is a fun, exciting and supportive place to work. We set ourselves ambitious targets and know these can be achieved by working together.

In our recent Ofsted inspection (December 2023) we were praised for our welcoming and inclusive community ethos. That is reflected in the warm, trusting relationships between staff, pupils and parents. The report said that “staff deeply care about pupils’ well-being and provide bespoke support to enable them to thrive.

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery

Emily Sturt

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Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery
Gunters Lane
Bexhill on Sea
East Sussex
TN39 4ED

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.