Nursery Assistant
Nursery Assistant
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- You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.
- You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.
- The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
- Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.
- Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right toshortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet thecriteria for the role.
- In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria asoutlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.
The following areessentialcriteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and whichmay also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor
Essential Criteria
Method of Assessment
Qualifications / Experience
Hold either (a) or (b)
(a) Hold a minimum of a Level 2 childcare qualification as approved by EA*
OR
(b) Have a minimum of six months experience of working with a child/children in a Nursery School or Nursery Unit.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Skills / Abilities
Evidence of a working knowledge of information technology systems including:
- Seesaw / similar parent communication app
Shortlisting by Application Form
SECTION 2 ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
The following areadditionalessentialcriteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.
Factor
Essential Criteria
Method of Assessment
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge of the following:
- The requirements of a Nursery Assistant
- Child development issues
- Health and safety requirements relevant to the role
Interview
Skills / Abilities
Evidence of an ability to work flexibly and creatively to help ensure a childcentred learning experience
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
Proven team working and collaborative skills
A warm engaging approachable practitioner able to effectively interact with young children and parents.
Evidence of effective planning and organisational skills to ensure work is completed on time to the required standard.
Interview
Values Orientation
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the schools values/ethos. You will find information about the schools values/ethos on our school website
Interview
SECTION 3 DESIRABLE CRITERIA
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor
Desirable Criteria
Method of Assessment
Experience
Have experience of supporting children with special educational needs in a Nursery class in a Nursery School or Nursery Unit.
Have experience of working in an Integrated School in either a Nursery or Foundation Stage class.
Demonstrable experience of contributing to observations within a classroom setting.
Hold a current paediatric First Aid qualification.
Hold GCSE passes grades A* C in English and Mathematics.
Shortlisting by Application Form
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as regulated activity.
Further information can be accessed atNI Director theDepartment of Justice.
To view the applicant guidance notes please clickhere.
To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority click here.
The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer
- Under the leadership of the teacher work as part of a team to promote the efficient running of the class.
- Be aware of confidential issues linked to home/child/teacher relationships as relevant and keep confidences appropriately.
- Establish a supportive relationship with the children and parents.
- Assist under the leadership of the teacher children learning as effectively as possible both indoors and outdoors through for example;
- To contribute to the planning implementation and review of all areas of the curriculum as directed by the teacher.
- Under the leadership of the teacher prepare learning materials and resources.
- Under the leadership of the teacher contribute to the planning preparation and display of the childrens work.
- Contribute to the observation recording and evaluation of childrens progress records as directed by the teacher.
- Set up clear away and regularly clean equipment.
- Participate in classroom activities including groups of children or individual children under the direction of the teacher.
- Participate in special events/activities such as school visits.
- Positively promote positive behaviour in accordance with school policy.
- Ensure and promote as far as possible a safe environment for children.
- Assist with toileting personal hygiene and dressing of children.
- Provide supervision/support including the administration of routine prescribed medicines and for children who are ill and deal with minor cuts and bruises.
- Report to the designated Child Protection Officer in the school any signs or symptoms displayed which may suggest that a child requires expert or immediate attention in line with the boards/schools child protection policy.
- Contribute to the planning purchase and preparation of daily snacks taking account of the schools/Boards Healthy Eating Policy.
- Assist with classroom administration e.g. collecting dinner money lost property etc.
- Provide regular feedback about the children to the teacher.
- Attend relevant inservice training and disseminate appropriate information to colleagues.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and staff training days as required.
- Be aware of school policies and procedures and under the leadership of the teacher contribute to the implementation and review of school policies and procedures.
- Such other duties as may be assigned within the level of the post.
- Participate in a supporting role in the training of nonteaching students.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 the postholder is expected to promote good relations equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
To view the summary of terms and conditions for this post clickhere.
Employment Type
Full Time
