About Glenesk
At Glenesk Pre-Prep and Nursery School, we specialise in providing an exceptional educational foundation for children between the ages of 2 and 7 years old.
We believe that childhood should be a time of wonder, exploration, and joy. That’s why we make it our mission to ensure that your child’s day is filled with special moments of Glenesk magic, every day.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries – in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East – serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
About the Role
As an Early Years Support Assistant at Glenesk School, you will play a vital role in supporting a child’s learning, welfare, and personal development. You will work closely with the Class Teacher and SENDCo to provide dedicated 1:1 support, helping the child access the Early Years curriculum and overcome daily challenges.
Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, promoting positive behaviour, ensuring the child’s safety and well‑being throughout the school day, liaising with parents and professionals, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to the wider life of the school.
This is a part‑time, 1:1 EYFS support role requiring 10 hours per week (days can be flexible), on a fixed‑term contract dependent on the continuation of the child’s local council funding.
Qualifications
- Passion for early childhood education and commitment to creating an inclusive, nurturing environment.
- Good understanding of child development and safeguarding practices.
- Ability to adapt activities to meet individual needs.
- Relevant childcare or education qualification and/or experience working with young children, professionally or voluntarily.
- Patient, proactive, and able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Willingness to develop skills through training.
Benefits
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience.
- Enrolment in our pension scheme.
- Free lunch provided during Term Time.
- School holidays and public holidays.
- Free parking on site (subject to availability).
- School fee discount.
- Exclusive third‑party discounts.
- Ongoing professional development.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website.
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