Are you passionate about working with children and creating a nurturing environment for their development? Due to post-holder retirement, we are seeking a suitably qualified and highly experienced Early Years Teacher to join our team and make a difference in the lives of young children. The role is full time, however, part time (job share) may be considered for the right candidate(s).
** Early Years Teacher **Location:** Goslings Day Nurseries Ltd, Coventry, CV1 2LD
**Responsibilities:**
Goslings is a play-based setting with a strong ethos of learning through play. Teachers and practitioners plan and initiate activities to match the EYFS curriculum and our own additional in-house curriculums, which are based on promoting independence and developing emotional regulation and wellbeing. The successful candidate will Provide high-quality care and education for children in the nursery, based in the 3-4 year old classroom. Kindness, empathy and a genuine passion to nurture children's wellbeing, helping them feel safe, secure, valued and prioritised is essential. You will:
· plan and implement activities to support children's learning and development
· Work to the required standard of compliance and maintain policy compliance
· Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
· Implement procedures for health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care
· Maintain accurate records and monitor children's progress.
**Requirements:**
Relevant teaching qualification, as defined by the DfE e.g. EYTS, QTS with EY accreditation, Level 6 or 7 in the field of Early years. You will need at least 5 years experience working in a nursery setting, private school or similar high-level provision. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and as a senior leader to manage a small team. Proven track record in delivering not just high quality care but a truly child-centric mindset. This role requires written formal report writing on a frequent basis.
**Benefits:**
Supportive work environment - Opportunities for continuous professional development and training - Competitive salary and benefits package - Chance to make a real difference in the lives of children – Extensive Employee Assistance Program – Company Pension – Priority admission for staff’s children
If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teacher, we would love to hear from you.
ALL YEAR ROUND. Please note that this post is for 50 weeks per year (off for 2 weeks at Christmas) plus 4 weeks of additional self-chosen dates, plus all bank holidays. It is not a term time only post. Please only apply if you are available to and willing to work all year round. We are unable to accommodate school-run or term-time only workers. Around 3 days a year we hold open mornings on a Saturday morning, that the post holder would need to be available for.
Ideally, we would be open to considering 2 applicants job sharing a role as follows: Candidate A: 24hr over 2 fixed days of 8hr each, Candidate B: 16hr over 3 fixed days of 8hr each or 1 full-time candidate working a 40hr week over 5 days. However, please approach us if you have a different pattern in mind. Salary range mentioned is for 1 post holder on 40 hours/week
Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of our young learners! To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. You may also call Claire on 024 7655 1907 during school hours, to discuss the role. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
No agency contact please
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,500.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Experience:
- post-qualifying classroom: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Early Years Teaching qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
