EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER LEVEL 2B (GRADE 5: POINT 6-11)

Location

Crawford Village Primary School, Crawford Village, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9QP (85 on roll)

Tel: 01695 622333
School website: www.crawfordvillageprimary.uk

Summary

The headteacher and governors of Crawford Village Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Early Years Practitioner to work alongside our hardworking, dedicated team in our outstanding Early Years provision for children aged 2-5.

About us:
Our school is set in the small rural village of Crawford in West Lancashire. We are well known locally for being a very friendly, inclusive school and are keen to maintain this reputation. As we are a small school, our staff are acutely aware of each child's strengths, talents and needs. We are recognised in the local authority as a high performing school; in our most recent Ofsted inspection, we were graded outstanding. At Crawford Village, we have high expectations of all and strive for excellence in all we do; aiming to develop every child to the best of their ability in all areas.

We are looking for an Early Years Practitioner who:

is an experienced, outstanding Early Years Practitioner

will support and work as part of our Early Years team

prioritises children’s learning and welfare, forging strong relationships with parents and our wider school family

is an inspirational and motivational Early Years Practitioner who believes in our vision and is committed to raising standards, while making learning fun and creative for all

is a committed team player, demonstrating flexibility, co-operation and a willingness to take an active role in school life both inside and outside of the classroom

is a reflective Early Years Practitioner who is open to new ideas

has a cheerful disposition and a good sense of humour

will go the extra mile, bringing something additional to the school.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 10th January 2025

Shortlisting: Friday 10th January 2025

Observation and interview: On the morning of Tuesday 21st January, 2025, shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a session within our Nursery followed by a formal interview.

Please note, we also have a vacancy for 10 hours (3.30pm to 5.30pm) as an After School Club manager at Level 3. If you are interested in combining both posts, please express your interest in your application.

Please see attachments for details about our school and the role advertised.

Essential Qualifications

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Desirable Qualifications

Evidence of continuous professional development in Early Years

Paediatric First Aid

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children aged 2-5 in Early Years Foundation Stage

Experience of encouraging good behaviour

Desirable Experience

Experience of working with children of Nursery age

For an informal discussion please contact:

Interested applicants are welcome to arrange a visit to school during the weeks beginning Monday 16th December and Monday 6th January.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.