BRIGHT BEGINNINGSBRIGHTER FUTURESRECRUITMENTPACKNursery PractitionerLevel 3 Qualified inc Outdoor Learning Lead RECEPTIONLOWER SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOLUPPER SCHOOLPRE-PREPLITTLE SCHOOLNURSERY & PRE-SCHOOLFledglings & OwlsReceptionYears 1 & 2Years 3 & 4Years 5 & 60-34-55-77-99-11yrsyrsyrsyrsyrsPRE-RECEPTIONRobins3-4yrsPREPEARLY YEARS DEPARTMENTGreenfield is an impressive standalone preparatory school in Woking, Surrey.providing the very best 11+ preparation and relevant, contemporary educationto its pupils. The school's facilities are unique amongst prep schools in the areaand allow our teaching staff to take their lessons to the next level, ensuringpupils are equipped and ready to embrace the next stage of their young lives.In May 2023, the school was graded Excellent by ISI. This grade refers to boththe quality of the pupils' academic and other achievements and the quality ofthe pupils' personal development. The outcome of this inspection wasreflective of the hard-work, dedication and commitment of the school'semployees, from teaching and support staff to estates workers and leadership.The examples given in the report are indicative of the creative, dynamic andenthusiastic teaching that takes place and the atmosphere that pervades theschool.Greenfield is renowned for its inclusive ethos and culture of kindness. School-wide initiatives surrounding wellbeing, climate change and charity fundraisingare common and the community is a strong one.Located on the outskirts of Woking town centre, and positioned between WestByfleet and Old Woking, the school is ideally situated to offer a balance ofurban convenience and countryside living to pupils and staff alike.Greenfield was voted Prep School of the Year by the TES in 2022.ABOUT USBRIGHT BEGINNINGSBRIGHTER FUTURESAIMS AND ETHOSEthosGreenfield School fosters a culture of inclusion, acceptance and understanding,whilst maintaining excellence in all areas of school life. We pride ourselves onbeing academically non-selective and providing a warm and compassionateenvironment, as our children develop their wider skills and academic potential.We celebrate our diversity and encourage our pupils to become kind,empathetic children with a strong sense of their place in the world. Greenfieldoffers an inspiring education for pre-eminence in tomorrow’s society.AimsIn partnership with Greenfield families, we aim to:Inspire and motivate children, enabling them to achieve their academicpotentialDiscover and develop passionIdentify and foster talentEncourage independence and resilience in our childrenDevelop critical thinking and problem-solving skillsEmpower children to be active members of the local and wider communityCreate authentic, responsible and empathetic children who impartkindness, generosity and compassionPERSON SPECIFICATIONWe are seeking to appoint a full time or part time Level 3 qualifiedpractitioner to join our Early Years team.Experience of working with children from six months to four years isessential.The successful candidate will be friendly, adaptable, flexible, well-organised and confident dealing with parents, staff and pupils.We are committed to supporting our staff develop their careers andadvance through the Early Years qualification levels. We welcomecandidates who want to pursue a career in Early Years and are delightedto support staff in this pursuit after a successful probationary period. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close thisvacancy early, should a suitable candidate be appointed before theclosing date. FREE ONSITE PARKINGSTAFF DISCOUNT ANNUAL STAFF FUNCTIONSTIME OFFBETWEEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR(PRO-RATA FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES)PART OF THE SUPPORTIVE AND WELCOMING GREENFIELDSCHOOL  COMMUNITY DURING TERM TIMEVARIOUS SCHEMES INCLUDING EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME,EYECARE, FLU JAB, SALARY SACRIFICE CYCLE TO WORK SCHEME ANDTECH SCHEME, ACCESS TO FREE MORTGAGE SERVICESCONTRIBUTORY PENSION SCHEMEPROFESSIONAL, PASSIONATE & FRIENDLY TEAMBEAUTIFUL HIGH-CLASS FACILITIES, INCLUDING ON SITEFOREST SCHOOL AND ACCESS TO 10 ACRES OF GROUNDS(HIGH EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTIONS)*(FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL PROBATIONARY PERIOD)33 DAYS PAID HOLIDAY,ON SCHOOL FEES*HOT LUNCH & SALAD BAR  INCLUDING (IN ADDITION TO ANNUAL LEAVE) BANK HOLIDAYS COMMITMENT TO ONGOING CPDONE DISCRETIONARY DAY OFF PER YEAR (PRO RATA FOR PART TIME EMPLOYEES) FREE BREAK TIME REFRESHMENTS STAFF BENEFITSJOB DESCRIPTIONTo work as a Key Person and part of the Little School team, reportingdirectly to the Nursery Manager.To deliver a flexible, high quality education and care to meet theneeds of the children and their families. To adhere to the school’s policies with special reference to thesafeguarding, child protection, learning support, equal opportunitiesand inclusion policies.To promote the work and image of Greenfield School by alwaysmaintaining high standards of personal appearance and adopting afriendly, professional approach to parents, members of the public andwider community.To have a solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage(EYFS) curriculum and plan, prepare and deliver the curriculum andevaluation of activities.To observe children as individuals and in groups and monitorbehaviour progress and possible developmental needs, utilisingspecialist knowledge and experience.To prepare pupil progress reports and deliver them to parents of Keychildren.To ensure up-to-date records of the children’s progress as part of themonitoring and reviewing of educational work programmes with theindividual online profiles and to track children’s progress through theproduction of online learning journals (Tapestry).To write formal reports for Key children during the summer term.To act as a Key Person responsible for settling children in andworking closely with families.To develop a supportive and caring relationship with the children,providing care and attention to the children’s personal needs,undertaking activities necessary to meet the physical, emotional andeducational requirements of individuals or groups. This will requireknowledge of a range of strategies and a high level of skillsdeveloped through experience.1.KEY PERSONObjective: to create and facilitate engaging, hands-on learning experiencesin the natural environment making sure that opportunities are embeddedinto the daily practice for all children in Little School.Key Responsibilities: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING: Design and implement outdoor learning activities that align with theEYFS for all children to engage with Share to planning with colleagues Manage and maintain outdoor learning resources and equipment •Integrate outdoor learning into the overall curriculum to enhancechildren's development SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT: Conduct risk assessments for outdoor activities to ensure the safety ofall participants Ensure the outdoor learning environment is safe, engaging, and well-organised TRAINING AND SUPPORT: Provide training and support to staff on outdoor learning practices andsafety Foster a collaborative environment where staff feel confident to leadoutdoor activities ENGAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION Communicate with parents and caregivers about the benefits ofoutdoor learning Organise family events and workshops to involve them in outdoorlearning experiences Advocate for the importance of outdoor learning amongst Little Schoolcolleagues Promote outdoor learning through newsletters, social media, andevents Teach children about environmental responsibility and sustainability Lead projects that encourage children to care for their outdoorenvironment MONITORING AND EVALUATION Assess the effectiveness of outdoor learning activities and makeimprovements as needed Collect and analyse data on children's progress and engagement inoutdoor learning2. OUTDOOR LEARNING LEAD IN LITTLE SCHOOLTo be responsible for the planning, setting up and clearing away ofactivities in Little School.To maintain, repair and clean equipment, e.g. books, toys, games, etc.and tidy up after use.To be concerned with the general welfare of the children, includingmatters relating to hygiene and health.To support children at meal times to ensure dietary requirements aremet.To undertake outdoor play supervision within Little School.To provide first aid if necessary, and take all reasonable measures toensure health and safety in the classroom and outdoor areas. To undertake courses as necessary for professional development. To undertake such other duties consistent with the nature andresponsibility of the post as may be reasonably assigned by theNursery Manager.2. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIESHolder of a recognised Early Years qualification.Professional approach to parents and colleagues.Motivation and enthusiasm to work with children.Emotional resilience in the working environment.Sense of humour.Loyalty and confidentiality to the school in and out of working hours.Support the school’s commitment in safeguarding and promotingthe welfare of children and young people.An updated knowledge of current educational practice.Ability to produce differentiated activities that cater for differentstages of development or abilities.Ability to use information technology to supplement children’slearning journals and reporting.An interest in extending personal knowledge and developingprofessional practice.A keenness to use initiative and be given responsibility.An ability to work some additional hours for the purposes of staffmeetings, training and parent meetings.3. ESSENTIAL QUALITIESCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTHOURS OF EMPLOYMENTThe role is full time (Monday – Friday), 52 weeks a year. Hours of work will be amaximum of 40 hours a week split over four 9-hour days and one 4-hour day.EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND SAFEGUARDINGAt Greenfield School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting thewelfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers toshare this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance,including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, proof of identityand qualifications and a satisfactory medical questionnaire. We promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current andprospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that valuesequality, diversity and inclusion. REMUNERATIONWe have our own Pay Scales which are regularly compared with other relevantpay scales in the sector. We are committed to ensuring competitive levels ofpay and are pleased to be able to offer a high Employer contribution to thepension scheme. For this role, the pay will be competitive dependent uponexperience. HOW TO APPLYPlease ensure you have read the school's Safeguarding and Safer RecruitmentPolicies, as well as the job description (above), before completing the Non-Teaching Staff application form. Click on the icons below to view anddownload these documentsThe application form should be emailed, with a covering letter, to the emailaddress detailed on the form by the closing date specified above.  Please notewe will need to contact two referees before interview. Only the school'sapplication form will be considered. We are unable to accept CVs.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children andyoung people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.INTERVIEW WINDOW: INTERVIEWS WILL TAKE PLACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AND, IFSUITABLE CANDIDATES APPLY EARLIER IN THE PROCESS, MAY TAKE PLACE BEFORETHE DEADLINE.SAFEGUARDING POLICYSAFER RECRUITMENT POLICYAPPLICATION FORMOld Woking Road, Woking, SurreyGU22 8HYhr@greenfield.surrey.sch.uk01483 772525