What skills and experience we're looking for
Ability to build effective working relationships with children and colleagues.
Ability to promote a positive ethos and role model positive attributes.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
Awareness and understanding of the statutory and learning requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Knowledge of how effective learning can be planned for and assessed in reference to the Early Years Foundation Stage.
General awareness of inclusion, especially within a school setting.
A sound practical knowledge of child development.
The ability to plan activities at differentiated levels.
The ability to observe children and keep up to date records and assessments.
Knowledge of child protection protocols and Framework for Action.
Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
Experience of working with or caring for children within specified age ranges.
A full relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent.
Previous experience of working with children under the age of 5.
Willingness to participate in relevant training and development opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
Moorgate Primary School is a fully inclusive primary school in the Tonge Moor area of Bolton.
We can offer:-
• Enthusiastic and happy children who are keen to explore and learn
• A school that is actively involved in its community
• A supportive and knowledgeable governing body
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• The opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic, caring and committed team in a pleasant and friendly environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.