Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
Abbey Woods Academy caters for approximately 200 pupils aged 3 to 11 and is situated in beautiful, spacious grounds which children enjoy in both their learning and leisure time. Abbey Woods Academy aims for high standards and outstanding achievement in a creative and fun environment, encouraging children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens, while placing strong importance on emotional wellbeing, meaningful relationships and a school culture where everyone can succeed.
About the role
Core purpose of the role
To provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children in the Nursery. To give support to other personnel within the school and implement the daily routine in the Nursery.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps young children to develop.
Plan and provide effective care, teaching and learning that enables children to progress and prepares them for school.
Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of children.
Work in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers and professionals.
Make accurate and effective use of assessment.
Operate a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children.
Be flexible within working practices of the room and undertake domestic duties as required.
Record accidents and follow reporting requirements.
Ensure children are collected by authorised persons only.
Respect confidentiality of information received.
Specific Child Care Tasks
Prepare and complete activities suited to the child's stage of development.
Ensure mealtimes are pleasant social experiences.
Wash and change children as required.
Provide comfort and warmth to an ill child.
General
Promote school and trust policies and procedures.
Relate well to all members of the school community.
Support Equal Opportunities.
Carry out any other reasonable duty requested by school leaders.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Benefits
- As part of Anthem Schools Trust, staff benefit from a supportive working environment and access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support, professional development opportunities and financial benefits.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, suitable references and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection are trained in safer recruitment, and all staff and volunteers undertake child protection training.
A Welcome from the Headteacher
Thank you for your interest in joining Abbey Woods Academy.
At Abbey Woods, we believe that every child deserves to feel valued, inspired and successful. We are a warm, inclusive primary school at the heart of our community, where relationships matter, expectations are high and children are encouraged to be the very best versions of themselves.
Our values of Community, Aspiration, Respect and Equality (CARE) shape everything we do. We are proud of our ambitious journey of improvement and are looking for teachers who share our commitment to ensuring every child thrives both academically and personally.
We are seeking enthusiastic, experienced and reflective teachers who genuinely enjoy working with children and who understand the difference that positive relationships can make. We want colleagues who believe in our CARE values and who share our ambition for every child to thrive.
We are looking for teachers with a growth mindset, high expectations and a passion for making learning meaningful, memorable and inspiring. We want practitioners who can bring energy and creativity to the classroom, injecting life into learning whilst never losing sight of strong outcomes. The successful candidate will be someone who sees every child as an individual, builds strong relationships with families and colleagues, and is determined to help every pupil succeed, regardless of their starting point.
At Abbey Woods, you will join a supportive and collaborative team who work hard for one another and for the children we serve. We value creativity, professionalism, kindness and a willingness to go the extra mile. In return, we offer a welcoming environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real difference to our children and community.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended. Come and meet our wonderful children, spend time with our team and experience first-hand what makes Abbey Woods such a special place to learn and work.
I look forward to welcoming you to Abbey Woods.
Mrs Mandy Jacques
Headteacher
Abbey Woods Academy
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