Job Details

Job introduction

Nursery Assistant– Scale 3 

34.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday, shifts between 8am and 6pm (at present 2 long days and 3 short days)               

From £19,312 - £19,698 per annum, (pro rata)

52 paid weeks per year

 

Closing date: Sunday 15th August 2021 Midnight

Interview date: Friday 20th August 2021

Desired Qualification: Relevant qualifications / experience – training available

Start date: September 2021 or as soon as possible

 

 

About the role

Benefits of working at Tarnerland:

• The nursery is in the centre of the city, in a light, spacious building with extensive outdoor space including a large garden shaded by mature trees, over-looking the sea.
• Working with an experienced, professional, happy team
• Regular supervision supporting professional development and personal well being
• All work / meetings / training taking place in contracted hours.
• 3 in-service training days per year
• Dedicated days/times to meet new Key Children
• Regular team meetings
• Staff are on a stable all year rota of 34.5 hours per week divided into 2 x long days, 8am – 6pm and 3 short days 8am – 1.30 or 12.30 – 6pm

Tarnerland has one vacancy with the 0-2year olds, two with the 2-3year olds and a maternity cover with the 3-4year olds, if you are interested but would like to know more detail please look at our website or ring the nursery 01273 294199 or just complete the application form, interviews will be Friday 20th August.

Further benefits of having a contract at Tarnerland is you are protected as a council employee with entitlement to all the protected working rights upheld by Brighton and Hove City council, this includes:

• A pay structure which is linked to National pay reviews (always above living wage rate - at present £9.50 per hour)
• Generous pension scheme
• Up to 27 days paid holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
• Protected pay when sick
• Fair policies and protocol that give clear guidance to employee and employer
• Entitlement to local council support services eg Human Resources, pay and pension advice, Occupational Health

Applicants should have:

• A relevant childcare qualification
• Experience of working with children under five in an Early Years environment.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS and practical experience of planning and assessing for children of this age.
• A proven work ethic, showing ability to sustain commitment.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding would be advantageous
• Experience of working with children who have additional needs would also be preferable

Please refer to the person specification for full details.

The role involves:

• Working as part of a team.
• Being a Key Person to a group of children.
• Creatively preparing part of the environment for children’s learning

Please refer to the job description for full details.

We recommend and prefer completed application forms to be sent direct to Tarnerland Nursery School, Sussex Street, Brighton, BN2 0AR or emailed to the email address below.

To request an application pack please email: office@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk or telephone 01273 294199.

Website: http://www.tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional information

Work Permits: This role does not meet the requirement for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Successful candidates will need to evidence that they have the Right to Work in the UK.

Company information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Files

• Application (LARGE PRINT) Form
• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Form
• School Advert Copy