Full or Part Time Preschool Assistant - East Claydon School
Location: East Claydon
Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic Preschool Assistant who genuinely enjoys working with young children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early years education and a commitment to nurturing the needs of each child in our care.
East Claydon Preschool provides an exceptional opportunity to join our successful and growing preschool. Here, you will work alongside excellent practitioners who place children’s interests at the heart of everything they do. We believe in a supportive and collaborative environment where staff can thrive and make a positive impact on the lives of our youngest leaners
Term time only
Salary Type: Bucks pay
Salary details: Bucks Pay Range 2 - FTE £24,879-£26,961
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time Monday-Friday 8.00am-3.15pm or part time Monday-Wednesday 8am-3.15pm
Closing date: 23/11/2024 00:00
Interviews to be held: As applications are recieved
About us
At East Claydon School & preschool, we aim to work in partnership with parents and the community to develop confident, responsible, happy, independent, creative and successful young people. We want our children to grow in confidence and develop a sense of self-discipline and self-esteem within a secure and stimulating environment; where there is respect for each other, for the school, for the local community and for the world in which we live.
At East Claydon C of E School & preschool, we envision a school community where love, commitment, and respect form the cornerstone of our educational journey. Guided by these enduring values, we aspire to create an environment that nurtures the hearts and minds of every pupil, teacher, and member of our school community.
Love:
We believe that love is the foundation upon which all meaningful connections and learning experiences are built. At East Claydon, we cultivate a culture of love that encourages empathy, compassion, and kindness. We encourage our students to love themselves, their peers, and the world around them, fostering a sense of belonging and unity that empowers them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We want our children to love learning, to love coming to school and bring this joy into the building every day.
Commitment:
We are committed to the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of education. Our teachers are dedicated to providing the highest quality of teaching, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We instill in our pupils the value of commitment to their learning, personal growth, and the betterment of their communities. Together, we embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and perseverance as the path to success.
Respect:
Respect is the cornerstone of our school community. We foster an environment where everyone is treated with dignity, regardless of their background, beliefs, or differences. Our pupils will learn to respect themselves, their peers, and the diverse world in which we live. We teach them that respect is the key to open dialogue, collaboration, and understanding, paving the way for a more inclusive and harmonious society.
We envision that:
East Claydon C of E School & preschool is a place where pupils flourish academically and emotionally, equipped with the knowledge and skills to excel in an ever-changing world.
Teachers are inspired and supported to continuously innovate and provide transformative learning experiences.
Parents and guardians actively engage in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.
The broader community recognizes our children as responsible, compassionate, and contributing citizens.
A culture of love, commitment, and respect ripples out into the world, making a positive impact beyond our school's walls.
Together, we aspire to build a brighter future, one where love, commitment, and respect are not just values we uphold, but principles that guide us toward a world of greater understanding, harmony, and fulfilment. At East Claydon, we are more than a school; we are a family bound by these shared ideals, and together, we will make a difference in the lives of our pupils and our community.
Website: www.eastclaydon.org.uk
About the role
• be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent in Childcare
• have previous experience of working in a setting
• work closely with the preschool leader to plan, assess and evaluate learning opportunities
• be prepared to work with different age groups from 2 to 5 years old
• demonstrate a dedication and passion for working with young children
• be an enthusiastic, dedicated and creative member of the team
About you
- Ideally working towards or qualified level 2 or 3 equivalent in Childcare.
- Ideally previous experience of working in a school settling
Other information
Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below. Please send completed application forms to the email address below.
Tel No: 01296 712765
Email: [email protected]
At East Claydon School, the health, safety and well-being of every child are our paramount concern. We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. Our aim is for children to enjoy their time as pupils in this school. We want to work in partnership with you to help your child achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
- All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
- All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
