NURSERY ASSISTANT - LEVEL 3

Ref 195140
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 6 SCP 6.
Salary £27269 Pro-Rata
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (Feb-25 ) .
Hours Approx 36.5 hours a week.
Closing Date 28/02/2025.
Location
, PR3
Summary
Location - Preston Area

REED/LTA are looking for a qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) to join a vibrant pre-school in Preston. This maternity cover role offers flexibility in working days, with options for 4 or 5 days per week. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education and looking to make a significant impact in the developmental stages of young children.

The required days and hours are Monday and Wednesday 7:45 am to 5.30pm Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 3pm and Friday 7.45am to 3pm which equates to 36.5 hours a week.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 2-4 years in a pre-school setting.
  • Plan and deliver engaging and educational activities that promote children's learning and development.
  • Monitor and record children's progress, ensuring developmental milestones are met.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a supportive and professional working environment.
  • Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their children's development and daily activities.


    Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Must hold a Level 3 qualification in Nursery Education or equivalent.
  • Proven experience working in a nursery or pre-school setting.
  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and its application in learning activities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing schedules.

    Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Flexible working days (4 or 5 days per week based on preference).
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.

    Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing.

    Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

    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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. 

    Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request. 

    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.
    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Tel: 01772 200845 , https://www.reed.com/lancashire-teaching-agency
    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.

    Additional Info

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Applications are by CV to Lancashire.teaching@reed.com. For more information, please call 01772 200845. CV template attached..
    Positive about Disabled People 

    The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

    Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

    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.

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