Early Years Assistant x2 Full Time

Alpha Plus Group

We are recruiting for two Nursery Assistants to join us at our friendly Pre-Prep in Chiswick. One post is a permanent post and the other is a Maternity post for a year. Both posts are due to start in September 2022.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed person who has had experience of working with young children in an early years setting and works with equal efficacy independently and as part of a team. The successful applicant must have a good level of numeracy and literacy skills and be able to support students in reaching their full potential. S/he should also have a good working knowledge of child protection issues and safeguarding and undertake the appropriate annual training.

The ideal candidate will work closely with the Nursery teacher to provide a safe, happy and stimulating learning environment for our Reception boys and to support the whole school and community as needed.

The School

Falcons Pre-Preparatory School for Boys is a non-selective independent day school for boys aged 3-7 based in Cheswick, London. Academic excellence is at the forefront of every child’s learning experience and every boy should leave our Pre-Prep as a well-rounded, confident and resilient individual. The school delivers a fast paced and stimulating curriculum including a wide range of clubs, sporting activities and educational visits which enhance learning for our pupils.

Purpose of Post

This is a supportive role that involves:

1. Working as part of the school team to provide a safe, high quality early years environment for young children
2. Working under the direction of the Head and to give support to the teaching team within the nursery school
3. Supporting the existing teaching team with routines and organisational matters
4. Monitoring children’s safety through appropriate levels of supervision

Key Areas

• Working with Children;
• Team Work;
• Liaise with Parents/carers

APG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Policy on employment of ex-offenders.pdf (alphaplusgroup.co.uk)