Job Details

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 16 October 2017

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Parkside Community Primary School Beechwood Lane Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8QQ

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

The Governors at Parkside Community Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational and creative Early Years Practitioner for its Preschool curently based at the Welcome Church in Heathfield. The Preschool will move to a new purpose built building built on the school site by the end of the year.

From January 2018 we are looking for a self-motivated and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our dynamic, committed and friendly team to help us further establish our Preschool as an outstanding early years provider.

In conjunction with our leadership team you will be responsible for: - maintaining high levels of communication across the staff team, with service users and other professionals; - providing quality practice in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. You will also be expected to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children's learning and development.

At least 3 years relevant experience within an Early Years setting is essential as well as knowledge and experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Applicants must also hold a relevant Level 3 Qualification.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.   This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). 

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.