Job Description

Location: S

elhurst Nursery School

Contract:

Permanent

No of Positions

Available:

1

Start date:

3rd November 2025

Pattern:

Full-time,term-time only, 32.5 hours per week (8.25am to 3.40pm Monday to Friday)

Grade:

NJC Grade 3, point 5 (FTE: 29,436.00 pro rata)

Closing date:

3rd October 2025

Interviews:

w/c 13th October 2025

About our Federation:

Based in the socio-economically and culturally diverse London Borough of Croydon, our Federation of two nursery schools provide early education and wider family support services for children aged under 5 and their families.

The Federation is a forward thinking, fully inclusive, innovative provider of nursery schools. We seek an outstanding professional who has the commitment and drive to make a real difference to children's lives.

Essential knowledge:

An understanding of the needs of young children and a willingness to continue to develop this knowledge.

An awareness of good hygiene practices.

An understanding of the need to observe and maintain confidentiality.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team of early years professionals.

Essential skills and abilities:

Good numeracy and literacy skills. Effective use of ICT is desirable.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to successfully complete an induction programme.

Ability to understand and comply with relevant polices/codes of practice and legislation. Ability to work as part of a team and relate well to all ages. Ability to communicate and form positive relationships.
Be sensitive to the needs and welfare of others.

Essential experience:

Have experience of working with adults and young children, preferably within

a variety of settings and from a range of linguistic background.

To have had experience of being part of a team.

Special Conditions:

NVQ2 in Childcare and Education (or equivalent) or ability to meet entry requirements and a commitment to undertake this within one year of taking up post.

Have a positive attitude and enjoy working with young children and their parents/carers.

Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

How to Apply:

For further details about this exciting opportunity please contact Dawn Bedi (School Business Manager), by telephone on 020 8684 3777 or email (dbedi2.306@lgflmail.org) for an information pack and application form.

Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 29,436.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person