AK Teaching are currently recruiting 3 Nursery Practitioners to hit the ground running in two of our partnership schools across Walker & Wallsend. The purpose of these roles is to create a fun and inclusive environment which will allow young children to thrive, giving them the best platform to begin their journey through education. The ideal candidates will have a relevant level 3 qualification or above and will be able to demonstrate their ability to run a Nursery class with confidence.
Roles and Responsibilities
To effectively deliver the Early Years Framework and ensure that each child’s potential is fully developed in a social, physical, psychological and cultural sense and their development both as an individual and as a member of a group, is paramount at all times.
To share responsibility for the preparation of a stimulating and caring environment, with due regard to all aspects of Health and Safety and takes into account the interests of the children.
To participate in planning and organising appropriate play and educational activities.
To observe, assess and contribute to any written records of each child’s progress.
To foster each child’s development and growth of independence and self-reliance.
As part of the team, to contribute and participate in: – Planning and preparation of the class, group work and individual work to suit the needs and age of the pupils – Whole school record keeping Participating in meetings relating to curriculum development, general administration, school organisation and pastoral arrangements.
Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, safeguarding their health and safety, both on school premises and when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere.
To provide personal care to a child, whilst at the same time encouraging their independence.
To encourage and value the involvement of parents/carers in the life of the school and to appreciate and recognise the expert knowledge they have of their child.
To implement the school’s policies fully.
To work actively to overcome and prevent discrimination on the grounds of race, religion, gender, disability, sexuality and status.
To be aware of own practice and keeping up with current trends in education.
Attending relevant courses when possible, in accordance with priorities in the School Development Plan.
In carrying out the tasks in this job description you have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others. This implies taking positive steps to monitor and maintain a safe and secure working environment.
To continuously develop your own role, taking responsibility for identifying and addressing training and development needs.
Where appropriate to foster links between home and school.
To liaise, consult and advise with other members of the team and outside agencies, regarding the child’s progress.
To contribute to review meetings, where appropriate.
To participate in relevant professional development.
To be aware of and follow the school’s policies and procedures.
To maintain confidentiality about home – school / pupil- teacher/ school – work matters.
To complete any other relevant tasks as directed by the supervisor.
To help and support the SENco in delivering a suitable programme of activities for a child’s individual development, both indoors and out.
To assist in making resources to support activities that have been advised by the SENco/outside agencies.
To provide feedback about the child’s progress to the SENco, parents and outside agencies.
To report any problems about arrangements or incidents to the SENco or Supervisor.
Candidate Requirements
Experience of working within SEN, EYFS or KS1 is essential.
Have a Level 3 Qualification in supporting teaching and learning. (TA3) or Childcare.
