Nursery Teaching Assistant

Bracknell Schools
Berkshire
2 weeks ago
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We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Level 3 (or equivalent) Early Years trained TA to join our inclusive and thriving Early Years team. You will play a key role in providing highquality care and education to create a safe nurturing and inspiring environment for the children in your care.

At Fox Hill Primary School we believe in an education that starts with values and character and ends with every child succeeding. Our school values are at the core of everything we do and underpin our curriculum and approach. We are an inclusive and welcoming oneform entry school in Easthampstead. We encourage the children to develop their curiosity and selfbelief to enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements.

The successful candidate will be committed to ensuring that all children succeed delivering innovative and exciting opportunities that enable the children to thrive. We are looking for staff who are positive and caring and are driven to make a real difference to the lives of the children they work with.

We can offer:

  • A fantastic team of hardworking dedicated and supportive staff leadership and Governors
  • Enthusiastic children who are kind curious and keen to learn
  • An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community
  • A school that is committed to highquality CPD (Continued Professional Development)
  • A commitment to positive work/life balance
  • Excellent indoor and outdoor space and facilities for all learners.

Do you:

  • Have previous experience working with threeyearolds.
  • Have a solid understanding of the EYFS framework and child development and a genuine passion for supporting childrens development
  • Have a kind and nurturing approach
  • Aim to be a reflective practitioner who is keen to grow and develop their pedagogy
  • Have a level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
  • Have high expectations for both yourself and the children with an understanding of educating the whole child through a creative and playbased curriculum with quality interactions at the heart of everything you do
  • Have high levels of empathy a knowledge of traumainformed approaches and how to support all childrens individual needs
  • Have a desire to inspire motivate and make a real difference
  • Hold the belief that all children can achieve their full potential

We warmly welcome you for a tour of the school as we pride ourselves on our friendly nurturing school environment. Come and meet our committed team and wonderful children!

Closing date:Monday 2nd June 2025 at 12 noon.
Interviews:To be held in the week commencing 2nd June 2025.

Please contact or telephoneto arrange a visit to the school or a discussion with the Headteacher and Early Years Leader.

Fox Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities

Bracknell Forest Council Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

How to ApplyOnly applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.

SafeguardingOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position you will be required to complete a selfdeclaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children young people and adults at risk visitBracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and wellbeing of children in Bracknell Forest Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity respect and consideration.

DisabilityWe are a Disability Confident User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

Preemployment medical checkAs a condition of the Offer of Employment the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

ReferencesOn your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

EmploymentAny candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.


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