Teaching Assistant
What skills and experience we're looking for
The governors would like to appoint two members of support staff to the role of nursery assistant to work in our new daycare provision which we plan to open in January 2025. This will cater for children from 9 months – 2 years old. The role will work on a shift pattern all year round with the nursery being open from 8am – 6pm.
Experience of working with early years children is essential with at least an early years’ level two qualification. We are looking for members of staff who work well as team players and are clear about how to support and develop children’s wellbeing and progress under the guidance of the managers.The candidates will have the ability to form positive relationships with young children quickly.
Safeguarding is a very important aspect of Ham Drive Nursery & Daycare. All applicants will be expected to have a full DBS check and disclose any issues which may be relevant to them working in a nursery.
What the school offers its staff
We are attached to Early Years Southwest Stronger practice Hub and we have an excellent support package of professional development for our staff, ensuring they are kept up to date with the latest training.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.