What skills and experience we're looking for
We have a positive and inclusive ethos with an experienced and supportive team. Are you committed to working as part of a happy team to ensure that all of our children reach their full potential? You will have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and a genuine commitment to providing the best possible provision for all children as individuals. You will be able to work on your own initiative, be self-motivated and able to play a full part in our exciting and developing provision.
The successful applicant will be a team player, flexible and hard-working, with:
• A sensitive approach
• High expectations of learners both behaviourally and educationally
• Well-developed communication skills, both with children and adults
• A willingness to undertake training as required
• Experience of working with children in Early Years, including working with children with SEND
• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification, as detailed in the DfE's Early Years Qualification Criteria (November 2024)
What the school offers its staff
The school was Ofsted inspected in March 2023 and received its fourth consecutive “Outstanding” judgment. Inspectors acknowledged that:
‘Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School is a magical place for young children to play and learn in. The school motto, ‘Nurture curiosity and inspire imagination’, is at the heart of everything this school does. Leaders and staff are highly ambitious for all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).’
The school offers well-being support and professional development opportunities.As a local authority maintained school, staff also have access to the benefits offered as an employee of Warrington Borough Council.Whilst pay is a big part of what motivates many people to come to work, research has shown that actually it's the whole package of benefits that attracts and retains good employees. That is why, at Warrington Borough Council, a package has been developed that not only pays a competitive rate for the job but also includes a range of additional employee benefits. This package is kept under review to keep it fresh and relevant so that there is always something to interest you, including:
Warrington Rewards
Car Lease Scheme
Childcare Vouchers
Concessionary Bus Travel
Cycle2Work Scheme
Discounted Learning and Development
Healthcare Cash Plan
Theatre and Cultural Activities
Warrington Wolves Season Ticket
Further details about the role
PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATE VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY:
Wednesday, 22 January 2025: 8.30-11.30 am
Thursday, 23 January 2025: 8.30 am-2.30 pm
CLOSING DATE:
Sunday, 26 January 2025
PROVISIONAL OBSERVATION/INTERVIEW DATE:
Thursday, 30, or Friday, 31 January 2025
COMMENCEMENT IN POST:
Monday, 3 March 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding our children and each other. Shortlisted candidates will be required to have read the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy via and this will be referred to at interview. The successful candidate will also be required to apply for enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further details can be found on