Job Description

Salary

FTE- 24,921
Pro rota- 21,503

Contractual hours

37.5

Basis

Full Time

Region

Banbury

Job category/type

Support Staff

Date posted

06/11/2025

Job reference

REQ004161



We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our pre-nursery team at Ladybirds, located within Hanwell Fields Community School. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant and nurturing environment that supports the early development of young children.

As a practitioner, you will bring experience in supporting children both individually and in group settings. You will foster inclusive and supportive relationships, particularly with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), encouraging positive peer interactions and adapting learning activities to meet diverse needs. Your ability to observe and respond to children's engagement will be key in helping them achieve developmental milestones.

To be part of an EYFS team, where each member uses their relevant skills to ensure the efficient running of the pre-nursery, nursery and reception classes in the school. This is term time only located in the Pre-Nursery or other FS classes during term time and after school care within the Ladybird's play scheme for 2 - 6 yr old children. The team will provide high quality education and care in a stimulating environment, in the context of the school relevant policies.

To ensure that each child's potential is fully developed in a social, physical, psychological and cultural sense and their development both as an individual and as a member of a group, is paramount at all times. To share responsibility for the preparation of a stimulating and caring environment, with due regard to all aspects of Health and Safety. To participate in planning and organising appropriate play and educational activities. To observe, assess and contribute to the written record of each child's progress. To foster each child's development and growth of independence and self-reliance. As part of the team, to contribute and participate in: - Planning and preparation of the class, group work and individual work to suit the needs and age of the pupils - Whole school record keeping - Participating in meetings relating to: curriculum development, general administration, school organisation and pastoral arrangements. Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, safeguarding their health and safety, both on school premises and when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere. To provide personal care to a child, whilst at the same time encouraging their independence. To encourage and value the involvement of parents/carers in the life of the school and to appreciate and recognise the expert knowledge they have of their child. To implement the school's policies fully. To work actively to overcome and prevent discrimination on the grounds of race, religion, gender, disability, sexuality and status. To be aware of own practice and keeping up with current trends in education. Attending relevant courses when possible, in accordance with priorities in the school Development Plan. Maintain and update accordingly the childcare database Connect. Putting on new pupils and changing attendance patterns where necessary. In carrying out the tasks in this job description you have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others. This implies taking positive steps to monitor and maintain a safe and secure working environment. To continuously develop your own role, taking responsibility for identifying and addressing training and development needs. Where appropriate to foster links between home and school. To liaise, consult and advise with other members of the team and outside agencies, regarding the child's progress. To contribute to review meetings, where appropriate. To participate in relevant professional development. To be aware of and follow the Pre-schools/Schools policies and procedures To maintain confidentiality about home - school / pupil- teacher/ school - work matters To complete any other relevant tasks as directed by the supervisor. To help and support the SENco in delivering a suitable programme of activities for the child's individual development, both indoors and out. To assist in making resources to support activities that have been advised by the SENco/outside agencies To provide feedback about the child's progress to the SENco, parents and outside agencies To report any problems about arrangements or incidents to the SENco or Supervisor.


Hanwell Fields Community School is a dynamic and inspiring place to work. You will be expected to use your initiative to manage unexpected situations and contribute to short- and medium-term planning. Our Nursery Practitioners are deeply embedded in the ethos and values of the school, consistently going above and beyond in their roles.

You should be confident in building and maintaining professional relationships with both children and adults and demonstrate strong teamwork and a commitment to childrens' learning. We value collaboration and professionalism and seek individuals who model these qualities in their daily practice.