Early Years Educator - Bromley, United Kingdom - Harris Federation

Harris Federation

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Bromley, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Summary

We are looking for a talented Early Years Educator to work to support the learning of children in the early years classes, including undertaking occasional class cover as directed.

Our dedicated team provides a supportive network both onsite as well as support across the Federation to ensure all our staff feel encouraged to do their best.

Join a community of dedicated, friendly staff standing by and upholding its mission in creating and maintaining a supportive and thriving learning environment.

About Us
At Harris Primary Academy Kent House, we have the highest possible aspirations for our staff and pupils.

We will expect all our children to make very good progress and develop the skills and personal qualities they need for the future.

At Kent House you would be working as part of a supportive team. In addition to the benefits outlined, we offer excellent professional development opportunities provided by Harris Federation.

We would also offer:

An ambitious, successful and vibrant place to work;
Children who are bright, confident and eager to learn;
A supportive working culture that focuses on positive learning behaviour and high expectations for all our children;
A senior leadership team that is highly committed to developing others

We believe that through expert teaching and support all children can achieve to a high standard.

Ultimately, our aim is to make sure that our pupils leave us feeling that they have succeeded both academically and in the extracurricular aspects of school life.

We want our pupils to be thoroughly prepared for the opportunities that secondary school will offer them.

We are very much a community. We know that a close partnership with parents is vital if children are to learn and grow as individuals. We therefore do all we can to keep parents informed and involved in all aspects of school life.

For a confidential discussion about this post with the Head of Academy, or to arrange a visit, please call

Main Areas of Responsibility
In your role as Early Years Educator, your responsibilities will include:

In liaison with EYFS Lead and Teachers, to support children's development in all aspects of the EYFS curriculum in Nursery and Reception as required.
To develop effective practice and ensure high quality provision for all children by reflecting on skills develop them through observation and support.
To support practitioners by monitoring and record children's progress and using information as a basis for planning and improving practice and provision.
To work in partnership with parents and to value and utilise parent's contribution to support children's wellbeing, learning and development
Develop and improve the quality and effectiveness of the EYFS by working collaboratively with the EYFS Teachers and Phase Leader.
Working with all stakeholders to implement the strategic vision for the Federation and promote that vision, values and ethos to Principals, pupils, staff, Governors, parents and the wider community.
To be responsible for own professional development and be proactive in attending relevant training opportunities.
To develop resources in the provision as necessary.
To be a key person to a group of children and support transitions between Nursery and Reception and other settings.
To work in accordance with equal opportunities, developing an inclusive provision and practice to meet the need of all children and their families.

Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:

Experience working with or caring for children of relevant age, supporting learning
Experience of establishing good relationships with parents and families encouraging involvement in education
Good numeracy/literacy skills
The ability to organise yourself
The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding academy roles and responsibilities and your own position within these
The ability to undertake administration tasks such as registers
The ability to selfevaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
The ability to relate well to children and adults including managing difficult or conflicting situations
Energy and enthusiasm to improve the learning of all students

Next Steps

Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success.

We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre.

We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan including access to a virtual GP, electric car scheme, and many other