About the role
We are seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our Reception team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and committed to giving young learners the best possible start to their education.
The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8.30am-3.15pm, term time only.
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
- Has experience working with children in an early years setting, ideally within a school environment
- Understands how the Early Years curriculum should be implemented to ensure each child has the foundations to prepare them for the next stage in their education.
- Is caring, patient, and passionate about early years education
- Understands the importance of high quality continuous provision
- Works well as part of a team and shows initiative
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Most importantly…enjoys what they do!
In return we can offer you a friendly and dedicated team where each individual is valued and supported. We are a welcoming and friendly community school with supportive parents, delightful children and an enthusiastic and committed team of staff and governors. We are very proud of our whole school community and would love the opportunity to welcome the right person to further strengthen the Early Years team.
At Our Lady School leaders fully understand how important the early years in a child's development are and we are looking for the right person with commitment and passion to support our youngest children.
If this sounds like it has your name written all over it then we would love to meet you.
Applicants must be in sympathy and willing to support the aims and values of our Catholic school but do not need to be Catholic themselves.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to discuss the role further please do not hesitate to contact the school. You can see some of what we do on our school website; https://www.ourladys.herts.sch.uk/
To arrange a visit or for further details please contact the school office: 01462 622555 or email - admin@ourladys.herts.sch.uk
Your application should be submitted by 8am on Monday 16th June directly to the school. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview. Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 23rd June.
The Governors and staff of Our Lady School are fully committed to promoting the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils. This post is subject to safer recruitment measures which requires an enhanced criminal records check via ‘Disclosure and Barring’ Service. All appointments made will be subject to satisfactory online checks, references, medical and DBS clearance.
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