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Early Years Teacher
Tarnerland Nursery School, Brighton (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£33366 - £37938 pro rata
34.5 per week
Job introduction
Paid weeks per year: 52
Start date: As soon as possible
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at Tarnerland Nursery School, a not-for-profit nursery maintained by the Local Authority. We are looking for an Early Years Teacher in our Carer and Creators (over 3s) group.
Do you believe in the magic of learning through play? Are you a game-playing, music-making, bread-baking educator? Do you see puddles as opportunities, sticks as story starters, and mud kitchens as the perfect place for creativity to bloom? If so, we want YOU!
What we offer;
A joyful, child-led environment where curiosity and creativity rule. Our nursery is in the centre of the city, close to the beach and town, in a light, spacious building with a large garden shaded by mature trees, over-looking the sea.
A supportive, professional team that values collaboration and a passion for early education. Regular supervision sessions are offered, supporting professional development and personal wellbeing and staff training, within the nursery day, takes place regularly throughout the year.
Time dedicated for planning, preparation and to meet new key children and their families.
About the role
What you'll do;
Build meaningful relationships with your key children and their families.
Maintain a clear and accurate picture of each of your key children’s interests, knowledge and skills and use this information to shape teaching and learning.
Create engaging, imaginative experiences that spark a love for learning.
Foster confidence and independence.
Collaborate with a dedicated team to design a rich, engaging environment where every child is inspired to explore.
What you'll bring;
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Early Years Professional Status (EYPS).
Excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and child development and how to deliver an effective, inclusive, and play-based curriculum.
Considerable experience of working in an Early Years Foundation Stage setting.
Experience of working as part of a team as well as with other professionals and excellent knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.
Apply now and be part of a community where every achievement, big or small, is recognised and nurtured, helping to lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning. Your journey to make a difference starts here!
Hours:
34.5 hours per week, shifts are 2 x long days and 3 x short days (on a stable rota), Monday to Friday, all year round.
Pay:
Starts at £33,366 (grade SO1/2) pro-rata, per annum, all year round, 52 paid weeks per year.
Closing date: Friday 21st February (mid-day) 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 26th February 2025
Staff at Tarnerland are council employees with entitlement to all of the protected working rights upheld by Brighton and Hove City council, this includes;
- A pay structure linked to national pay reviews.
- A generous pension scheme.
- Up to 27 days paid holiday per year (including two weeks at Christmas and a one week summer closure) plus 8 bank holidays.
- Protected pay when sick.
- Fair policies and protocol that give clear guidance to employee and employer.
- Entitlement to local council support services e.g. pay and pension advice, occupational health, etc.
If you have any questions, or request an application pack, please email: louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk or telephone 01273 658100.
How to Apply: We recommend and prefer completed application forms to be sent directly to Tarnerland Nursery School, Sussex Street, Brighton, BN2 0AR or emailed to our headteacher louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk
We welcome visits from prospective candidates, please contact us if you would like a tour prior to applying.
Website: https://www.tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk/
Additional information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company information
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The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.