Early Years Educator - Croydon, United Kingdom - Harris Federation

Harris Federation
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We are looking for an Early Years Educator to work to support the learning of children in the early years classes at Harris Primary Academy Orpington, including undertaking occasional class cover as directed.


About Us


Through our strong ethos, staff, parents, governors and friends of Harris Primary Academy Orpington are committed to working together to provide the highest quality of education that will meet the needs of every child and enables them to achieve their personalbest.

We take great pride in providing a stimulating and rewarding place to work which enables all of our pupils to shine and reach their potential

Our vision "Success for all" is the basis upon which all decisions are made.

We have high expectations of each other and all of our pupils. We encourage our pupils to reach for the stars and the belief that if we miss then we will hit the moon

We set robust aspirational targets to achieve success.

Many of our children come from challenging backgrounds and we need them to believe in themselves and develop the self confidence that they can achieve their dreams.

We encourage risks to be taken andunderstand that mistakes are made for a reason and that they help us all to learn.

With the right mind-set we motivate pupils and help them to achieve through developing a love of learning.

We aim to develop masters of teaching, every pupil deserves a great teacher, and in doing so we develop the whole child and take a holistic approachto support not only their academic learning but also their emotional well-being.


Main Areas of Responsibility

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
Experience

  • Working with or caring for children of relevant age, supporting learning.
  • Establishing good relationships with parents and families encouraging involvement in education.

Qualifications:


  • Good numeracy/literacy skills.
Attributes

  • Ability to organise self.
  • To be able to work constructively as part of a team, understanding academy roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
  • Ability to undertake administration tasks such as registers.
  • Ability to selfevaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.
  • Ability to relate well to children and adults including managing difficult or conflicting situations.
  • Show energy and enthusiasm to improve the learning of all students.

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 rangeof top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.

We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.

In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days'annual leave (plus bank holidays) for non term-time only employees, and many other benefits.


Safeguarding Notice

Equal Opportunities


As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected.

We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for ourstudents and staff.
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