2-YEAR-OLD PROVISION LEAD

Location

Banks St Stephen's Church Of England Primary School, Greaves Hall Avenue, Banks, Southport, PR9 8BL (191 on roll)

Tel: 01704 225332
School website: www.bank-st-stephens.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

At Banks St Stephen’s, we believe every child deserves the very best start. Through our values of Friendship, Respect, Perseverance and Thankfulness, we nurture confident, curious and kind learners who flourish in every season of life.

Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead something special from the very beginning?

Banks St Stephen’s CE Primary School is excited to announce the expansion of our highly regarded nursery provision to include a new, purpose-built space for two-year-olds – Fox Cubs Nursery. We are seeking an experienced, nurturing and highly motivated Early Years Room Leader to take the lead in establishing and delivering an exceptional learning environment for our youngest learners.

What you’ll be doing:

Leading the planning and delivery of high-quality, child-led learning experiences for two-year-olds

Creating a warm, calm, and homely environment rooted in care, play and curiosity

Working closely with families to build strong home–school partnerships

Ensuring all safeguarding and welfare requirements are met to the highest standards

Supporting, mentoring and inspiring other practitioners in the room

We’re looking for someone who:

Holds a relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification

Has strong experience working with two-year-olds, ideally in a lead or supervisory role

Understands the unique developmental needs of toddlers and the importance of early attachment

Is organised, proactive and reflective, with a commitment to continuous improvement

Embraces our Christian values and inclusive ethos

We offer:

A supportive, values-driven school family and leadership team

A beautiful learning environment including access to forest school and extensive outdoor space

The chance to shape a brand-new setting with creativity and vision

Opportunities for continued professional development and progression

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.

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

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Essential Qualifications

Please see the person specification.

Desirable Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid qualification.

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.