About the job

Key information

Full-time hours, term time only plus one further week over the year

Permanent contract

Grade 12, points 12-19 £26421 – £29777 full time equivalent.

29 hours per week term time only, to include non-contact preparation time plus one extra week spread over the year for preparation.

Term time working hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Thursday, plus PPA on Friday morning

What will I be doing?

We are looking to appoint an inspiring, dedicated and enthusiastic pre-school deputy manager to join us in our preschool settings. To start from November 12th or as soon as possible thereafter.

We support one another as we work to provide a quality learning experience for all our children in a fun and nurturing environment. Applicants will need to show excellent knowledge of and work within the requirements of the Early Years Statutory Framework, have a good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection and be able to follow and implement the policies and procedures of the setting.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Confident, caring and friendly attitude
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, competently liaising with staff, parents and other professionals
• Flexibility, teamwork, and supportive of other practitioners in the setting
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, secure and nurturing environment
• Excellent working knowledge of the EYFS
• Commitment and passion to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all children

What is in it for me?

What we can offer:

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust
• Eligible for Local Government Pension Scheme

As a member of the Wessex Learning Trust, we work collaboratively and believe in empowering our staff to grow and take the lead. Across all our schools, we work together, share staff – and share expertise.

DBS check

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Supporting documents and information

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of the head teacher, Mr Chris Burman. Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.

Completed applications should be returned by email to office@brentknollprimaryschool.org.uk

Closing Date: midday 14 October 2024

Interview Date: 12. November 2024

Apply on the Brent Knoll Church of England Primary School website

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