1:1 Learning Support Assistant (Nursery) – Join St Gabriel’s School

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Location: West Berkshire

Salary: £8,599 per year (Actual salary, £26,454 FTE)

Job Type: Part Time, Fixed Term

Start Date: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: 5 September 2024

Job Overview

Are you passionate about early years education and have a Level 3 Early Years Childcare qualification? We are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a child with cerebral palsy at St Gabriel’s Nursery, set within the beautiful grounds of our independent day school in Newbury. This role is crucial in helping the child reach their full potential, working within a supportive and nurturing environment.

About the Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will work closely with a wonderful child, engaging them in tailored play opportunities that encourage their progress across all areas of learning and development, as outlined in their EHCP. You will be part of an exceptional nursery team that values each child as an individual from their very first day. Our curriculum, based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, is enriched with specialist staff support from our Junior School, ensuring diverse and exciting learning opportunities both indoors and outdoors.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Level 3 Early Years Childcare qualification recognized by the Early Years’ Service
  • Experience supporting children with cerebral palsy (preferred)
  • Professional discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Effective communication skills with parents, carers, and professionals
  • Team player, reliable, punctual, patient, and caring

Working Hours

This part-time, fixed-term role is for two days per week (Monday and Friday) from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, term-time only. The position is linked to the attendance of the child, and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

Benefits

  • Paid overtime for meetings and training
  • Complimentary hot or cold lunch, cakes, fruit, tea, and coffee
  • Birthday bonus
  • Free Perkbox subscription with discounts on cinema tickets, shopping, and more
  • Perkbox wellness hub access
  • Financial advice service
  • Discounts on new cars
  • Life assurance cover
  • 24/7 access to a virtual GP
  • Planned career and salary progression
  • Wellbeing support
  • Outstanding outdoor space and grounds
  • Free on-site parking
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Opportunities for personal development

St Gabriel’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, receipt of an enhanced DBS certificate, and verification under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

About St Gabriel’s School

Founded in 1929, St Gabriel’s is a thriving co-educational independent day school in Newbury, providing a balanced and inspiring education for children aged 6 months to 18 years. Set in a beautiful Grade 1 listed building within Capability Brown parkland, the school offers an exceptional environment for both learning and work. Our community is based on mutual respect and collaboration, fostering confidence, engagement, and happiness in all our pupils.

In the last decade, we have expanded our Nursery and extended our co-educational offering from the Junior School to the Senior School. From September 2024, our Sixth Form, alongside Year 9, will accept boys, with St Gabriel’s becoming fully co-educational in September 2026.

 St Gabriel’s School Location: Sandleford Priory, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 9BD, United Kingdom

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