Nursery Manager

Aureus Primary School & Nursery are looking for an experienced EYFS professional to join our team as Nursery Lead to lead our established Term Time only Nursery provision for 2-4 year olds. Your opportunity Aureus Primary School has an exceptional opportunity for a Nursery Lead to work in collaboration with the Headteacher and other professionals to develop and continue to build on the strengths of our wonderful Nursery setting and lead our growing team. We are looking for a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player. What we are looking for Experience of working in Nursery provision or EYFS with relevant EYFS Level 5/6 Qualification Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated Be able to develop positive relationships with young children Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team Be a confident and clear communicator with parents A commitment to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying. About The Didcot Cluster Aureus Primary School and Manor Primary School make up the Didcot Cluster, a newly established cluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Aureus Primary School and Manor Primary School, the wider Oxfordshire cluster includes; William Morris, Longford Park, Hardwick and Cherry Fields. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 schools or in our central team. A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information. The Details Start Date: September Pay Scale: GLF Specialist Point 1-6 £27,061 - £28,260 FTE (actual salary £25,668 - £26,805) Working Pattern: 36 hours per week, 43 weeks per year (Term Time plus 4 weeks) Contract Type: Permanent Closing date for applications: 14th Aug at 9.30am Interview date: TBC Preliminary calls and visits are welcomed, please contact the School Office to arrange a telephone call or tour.