This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Winterslow Pre-School & Toddler Group for further information.
A bit about us:
We are a small independent rural pre-school situated in the heart of Winterslow and we have good relationships with the local community. We take children from 2 to 4 years. Staff aim to foster the growth of our children, both academically and socially so that they can flourish into confident and happy individuals. We have recently been rated ‘Good’ by OfSTED with a comment that staff are ‘dedicated to the learning and development of our children’. The successful candidate will be joining a professional and committed team.
All about the role:
We require someone who can inspire and lead our staff team towards educational excellence for the children. Someone who is a hard-working practitioner and knowledgeable about all aspects of learning and teaching in the Early years.
We also require someone who:-
Can provide exciting, age-appropriate and inspiring learning experiences both indoors and outdoors
Is committeed to keeping the children at the heart of the teaching and learning process
Has excellent understanding of the EYFS curriculum
Is a team player who can demonstrate good interpersonal skills and who is reflective and resilient
Is enthusiastic and able to work with initiative
Can support the effective use of all necessary assessment procedures
Is an excellent communicator
Is committeed to safeguarding and inclusion
This position offers a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for career progression.
Some other Duties:
To build an environment where the children feel happy, secure and are rewarded for their efforts – this will require a positive outlook.
To have detailed knowledge of current Early Years legislation and to ensure the fulfilment of all legal, statutory and Early Years obligations e.g. maintaining daily registers.
To create a warm, welcoming environment where parents feel at ease and are encouraged to become involved in their child’s learning.
To oversee the Manager’s budget, logging all expenditure.
In liaison with the Deputy Manager, devise a programme of Holiday Club activities for at least 8 weeks of the year for children up to age 10
An ability to actively market the pre-school to maximise numbers on roll.
To facilitate all statutory training and continuous professional development, including performance management.
We can offer:
Staff uniform
On site parking that is free
Contributory pension scheme
Additional day paid leave for own birthday.
Reduced fees for staff children
Opportunities for further training
Attendance bonus of 2 extra days paid holiday after one year’s service
Christmas bonus
Find out more and apply:
Please visit our website for more information about the pre-school. For a full job description or to receive an application form, please contact the Chair of Trustees – Mrs Trish Briggs on email ‘trish.briggs@outlook.com’ or text 017554 142842.
Closing date (and time): Monday 14th April
Interview date: Monday April 28th
Commencement date: Tuesday 6th May (or as soon as possible after this date)
Winterslow Pre-School and Toddler group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
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