Nursery Assistant

About HEART Academies Trust HEART Academies Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of one secondary school, Bedford Academy and five partner primary schools, Cauldwell School, Goldington Green Academy, Shackleton Primary, Shortstown Primary and Wilstead Primary. We are a non-profit making charitable company sponsored by the Harpur Trust, one of the largest charities in the UK. With a proven track-record in education through their ownership and management of four Harpur Trust private schools in Bedford and as a sponsor of Bedford Academy since its creation in 2010, they are the perfect partner to support HEART Academies Trust as we grow. HEART Academies Trust supports continuity of education within the community. Adopting a ‘stronger together’ approach and a commitment to positive collaboration enables each academy within the Trust to celebrate what they already do well whilst providing opportunities to ensure continued development and improvement across all academies within the Trust. What we offer As part of HEART Academies Trust, staff are valued and supported, allowing them to contribute fully to the wider school community. Our commitment to staff development and wellbeing is paramount. Paid wellbeing day per year. CPD pathways, career progression, secondment and shadowing opportunities. £200 Refer a friend scheme, tech scheme and cycle to work scheme. Employee assist programme. Generous pension and a competitive salary. Free gym, shower and parking facilities. Free tea, coffee, breakfast and eye tests. An open and collaborative working environment with an inclusive workplace Regular training and development programmes and celebration of staff success. An excellent catering provision. A commitment to environmental sustainability. Specific Responsibilities: To deputise for the room lead as required. To be part of a successful team. To contribute to and implement school and nursery policies. To assist the room lead and Early Years lead to support staff on a day to day basis. To fulfil legal and statutory requirements. 35 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:15-15:45 with an unpaid lunch break of 30 minutes Term time only (including training days) We will consider a suitable Level 2 for the position.