Burrowmoor Primary Academy Nursery is a warm, nurturing and inclusive Early Years setting dedicated to providing engaging, high-quality learning experiences for young children. Our play-based curriculum places children at the centre of everything we do, encouraging independence, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.

As part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, we benefit from strong professional networks, excellent training opportunities and supportive leadership.

The Role

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Nursery Teacher to join our team on a permanent basis.

You will:

• Teach children aged 3–4 within our nursery provision
• Support practitioners teaching in the 2-year-old pre-nursery setting
• Work closely with the Assistant Head/EYFS Lead, SENDCO, and Headteacher
• Uphold and promote the aims and ethos of Burrowmoor Primary Academy Nursery
• ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply, and full training and mentoring will be provide

Job Purpose

• To promote and progress the wellbeing of pupils in the school in line with the EYFS statutory Framework.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and Curriculum
• You will work with staff to prepare plans that meet EYFS Framework requirements and complete timetables that reflect a balanced and engaging curriculum. You will teach effectively through class, group and individual methods to meet the needs of all children.

·       Assessment and Progress

• You will maintain accurate attainment and achievement records and analyse progress data as part of the termly assessment cycle, taking appropriate action where needed.

·       Communication & Relationships

• You will be available for both formal and informal consultations with parents and will foster positive relationships with parents/carers, children, colleagues and other professionals.

·       Environment & Behaviour

• You will promote the school’s aims, ethos and philosophy and encourage and support children in line with school policies. You will maintain a stimulating, purposeful and well-organised learning environment indoors and outdoors

·       Collaboration & Inclusion

• You will provide support and guidance to colleagues when required and work with the SENDCO to implement provision advised by professionals and services

·       Health, Safety & Safeguarding

• You will maintain high standards of health, safety and welfare for children and staff and ensure that all children are safe at all times

·       Resource Management

• You will take responsibility for designated areas of resource management and allocate resources and equipment as necessary

Professional Development

• We offer high-quality CPD opportunities, collaboration with professionals across the Trust, and support, mentoring and development for ECTs and experienced teachers

We can offer you:

• a happy school with enthusiastic children, with a passion for learning
• a forward-thinking school, with a caring and supportive ethos, where staff, parents, governors and children’s well-being are a high priority
• a friendly, inclusive and professional team who have many skills so ensure all our children are ready to learn and supported through their educational journey
• a sense of fun and enjoyment in an environment where colleagues have a  collaborative and supportive approach to all aspects of school life – team working is key and embraced by our staff
• opportunities for continuous, high-quality professional development
• access to an Employee Assistance Programme – free eye tests etc
• please visit our website for more information – www.burrowmoor.net

Safeguarding Statement

• Burrowmoor Primary Academy Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All pre-employment checks will be undertaken, including identity, background, qualification and employment history checks, along with two professional references.

For information on who we are and what we do, we encourage you to browse our website: www.burrowmoor.net.

If you would like to visit the school to discuss the role prior to applying, we will be delighted to give you a tour. To make an appointment, please contact the office on 01354 652330 or email office@burrowmoor.cambs.sch.uk

Burrowmoor Primary Academy is part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, a charitable multi-academy trust (MAT) specialising in the Primary sector.   We are building a thriving community of schools that succeed on behalf of their children.  The Family of Academies within the Trust currently incorporates 15 schools. As such, joining our MAT means joining an organisation with an array of developmental and career opportunities.

The Diamond Learning Partnership Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have two satisfactory references and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.