Early Years Specialist

Salary details: £ - £

We would like to appoint a talented, kind and enthusiastic Early Years Specialist to join our happy small-school from January/February 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and delivery of continuous provision in our EYFS area to groups of approximately 10 children.

We offer enthusiastic and inquisitive pupils, a real family environment and a rich and varied curriculum, as well as opportunities for professional development.

We are looking for:

An energetic and enthusiastic practitioner who cares about the welfare and happiness of every child under their care.

Somebody with experience preparing and running Continuous Provision with groups of children

Somebody willing to work closely with parents to secure the best for the children in their care

A creative and flexible practitioner who will make a positive contribution to our team and inspire our children to learn and have fun whilst being active

Someone able to share responsibility and support a mixed-age infant class (Reception – Year Two)

Someone with the ability to work well with colleagues and as part of a small, close-knit team.

Someone who is fun, happy and kind.

Someone who values children’s safety and well-being.

We offer:

A rich, engaging school environment which focuses on knowing the individual ; creativity, sport and outdoor learning.

A supportive, family atmosphere where every pupil and staff member is valued.

Well-motivated, friendly children who are kind and show excellent behaviour.

A talented, determined and supportive team.

Opportunities for training and Professional Development as required.

Visits are warmly welcomed – come and see our unique, vibrant school in action (and meet Monty and Milly, the school dogs!)

Please contact school to arrange a visit: (jgreen3@mugginton.derbyshire.sch.uk) 01335 360 261.

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Provisional Interview Date: 14 and 21 January 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.