Early Year Educator Nursery Nurse / Lead practitioner

For information on how to apply please visit our website www.maloreesschools.com or email at: cwood@maloreesprimaryschool.co.uk

Visits to the school are recommended.

Malorees Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic Nursery nurse/practitioner to work under the instruction / guidance of the Class Teacher, Phase Leader, Inclusion Team and Senior Leadership team; to provide quality childcare and education, ensuring the needs of all children are being met.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Participating in curriculum planning and evaluation, contributing own thoughts and ideas to termly, weekly, daily plans and Individual Education Plans (IEP’s).

· Preparation of the learning environment, assisting in the organisation of the classroom arrangement and resources.

· Taking responsibility for a group of children for varying types of activity, under the direction of the class teacher.

· Supporting children who are identified as having Special Educational Needs (SEN) or English as an Additional Language (EAL), by organising the implementation of IEP’s set by other professionals.

· Accompanying children on outside activities (e.g. educational visits, etc.)

· Encouraging the children’s development, independence, self-reliance, initiative and problem-solving skills.

· Observing children’s activities and contributing to their written records

· Working in a non-discriminatory way, being aware of difference and ensuring all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn, develop and reach their potential.

· Maintaining respectful and genuine interaction with children using warm and responsive communication strategies, which are appropriate to children’s needs

· Being supportive and welcoming to parents, recognising the expert knowledge they have of their children and encourage and value their involvement.

· Attending to the needs of sick or injured children. Applying First Aid as necessary, recording accidents and attending to children who are unwell until they are collected.

· Attending to children who may need intimate care (changing of nappies)

· Moving and handling children, where necessary, following Health and Safety guidelines.

· To provide a stimulating and effective curriculum which will enhance children’s emotional, social, physical and intellectual development.

· To comply with all school policies and procedures

· To assist the management in providing professional support on issues relating to child protection to parents and outside agencies

· To undertake other duties commensurate to the post and grade as required by the school

· To be the lead teacher in the short/long term absence of the class teacher

Malorees School can offer:

· An experienced Leadership Team with a shared vision working in partnership across the federation.

· Hard-working teachers and leaders who strive to ensure that both pupils and staff enjoy coming to school.

· We are passionate about supporting our staff in their career development and success through care and guidance.

· A working environment that values wellbeing and supports work-life balance.

· Vibrant, multicultural and inclusive city schools that has positive, diverse communities and a determination that all children will succeed.

· A comprehensive range of CPD for all our staff through the partnership including in- school training and external specialist training.

· Performance management and coaching to support career progression.

· Exceptionally well-behaved children who love to learn.

· A relaxed, fun working environment where all adults are equally valued and supported.

We are looking for someone who is:

• caring and patient, with a positive attitude
• has experience working with children special needs and has experience delivering specialist interventions and programmes
• is flexible, patient and is confident to use their initiative
• has a willingness and ability to prepare materials and resources for learning
• has good levels of literacy and numeracy
• a well organised practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• committed to team building and developing good relationships
• keen to learn and develop their practice.
• hard working and proactive
• flexible in a busy school environment
• friendly and wants to be part of a team, who embodies our schools’ values, vision and motto
• clear and has strong communication skills