Early Years Practitioner (Fixed Term Contract)
About the School - Long Close
We are delighted to welcome you to Long Close School, where we welcome children from 2 – 16 years. With over 80 years of teaching heritage, our school is firmly established as the first choice amongst parents looking to give their child the best possible start to their education. Proud of our reputation for delivering academic excellence, both at 11+ and GCSE stages, our children thrive with small class sizes and experienced teachers delivering an outstanding education.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years Practitioner (Fixed Term Contract) to join our fantastic team on a fixed term contract basis from January until Spring Term 2025.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for our Nursery and Pre School children, promoting positive practice. Key responsibilities include planning and delivering age-appropriate activities, observing and assessing children's development, and maintaining positive relationships with parents and colleagues. You will act as a Key Person for a small group of children, ensuring their individual needs are met. Additionally, the role involves adhering to health and safety policies, supporting special needs inclusion, and contributing to the overall vision of the nursery.
Who we are looking for
You will have Early Years teacher status/Early Years professional status or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent, along with Maths and English qualifications and a commitment to safeguarding and ongoing professional development. A strong understanding of child development and excellent communication skills are essential for success. As well as strong interpersonal and communication skills, a high degree of integrity and empathy when working with children, and the ability to plan and provide age-appropriate activities.
Benefits at Cognita
• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays / Holiday Allowance
• Free parking (subject to availability)
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 17th November 2024.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.
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