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Norcot Early Years Centre provides an inclusive, safe, stimulating, and outstanding teaching and learning environment where everyone can achieve their individual potential. Our mission statement - ‘Be inspired by our creative learning adventure’ - together with our vision, are carried through all we do at Norcot. All our staff share these believes and are supported by our governors.
A position at Norcot is an opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive staff and make a significant contribution to our important work. We provide a nurturing environment, where everyone’s mental health and well-being is at the core. We ensure that continuous professional development is available for all our staff.
By joining our team, you will become a part of a dynamic community of dedicated and committed professionals, who enable all children to achieve their individual potential and equip them with the life skills they need for their future learning.
Clerk to Governors – Norcot Early Years Centre
RG4b (SCP 11-17) - £13.47 - £14.91 per hour
Norcot Early Years Centre is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join the team as a part time Clerk to Governors to work on average 3 hours per week (term time only).
Located in Tilehurst in Reading, Norcot Early Years Centre is a vibrant and inclusive learning environment dedicated to providing high-quality education and care for children aged 0-5 years.
As the Clerk to Governors you will contribute to the efficient and effective function of the Governing board and its committees by:
• Providing efficient, reliable and confidential service to the Governing Body and committees
• To advise the Governing Body on constitutional matters and procedures for school governance.
• Managing information effectively in accordance with legal requirements
Applicants must demonstrate flexibility in their approach to the role as there is no fixed pattern of working hours. Meetings are scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:15am, but all preparation before and after meetings is expected to be completed remotely from home. A laptop and access to necessary data will be provided for the role.
About you:
We are seeking a candidate who possess:
• Proficient organizational and administrative abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility in adapting to varying working hours.
• Collaborative nature, capable of both team-based and independent work.
• Familiarity with educational legislation, guidelines, and legal mandates.
• Efficient time management skills, adept at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Appreciation for the significance of confidentiality.
Requirements:
• Experience of clerking/Minute taking
• Knowledge of Governance and legislative requirements relevant to a school
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/Internet
There will be a transitional period during which the current Clerk will facilitate the handover of the role, ensuring that all responsibilities are properly conveyed and relevant training is provided.
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
(NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare and Education)
RG3 SCP 5-7 £21,575 – £22,369 (pro-rata for term time only)
*RG3 SCP 8-11 £22,777 - £24,054 (pro-rata for term time only)
*(above the gateway if gateway progression achieved) Pay Award Pending
(Successful candidates will normally start at the first point of the grade to which they are appointed)
The post is permanent, Term-time only plus Inset days
35 hrs per week – 8am to 5pm Monday
8am to 3.45pm Tuesday to Friday
Required: ASAP
Due to expansion of the Centre with an additional Resource Base for children with additional needs, we are looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join the team in our Ofsted rated Outstanding Nursery School.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a good working knowledge of the revised EYFS and demonstrate a commitment to providing childcare in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner.
- Have experience of working with SEND children or have an interest in working with SEND children.
- Have experience of working with children aged 2 to 4 years old and in the delivery of high quality childcare and education.
- Be creative, dynamic and a good communicator and be a team player.
- Have a flexible approach to your work with a warm, caring attitude.
We can offer you:
- An innovative, inclusive, friendly and exciting place to work with dedicated staff caring for and educating children with a wide range of needs and abilities
- Strong, supportive and professional workforce with an established Senior Management Team.
- Excellent support from parents, governors and the community.
- Exceptional continuous professional development training programme.
- Staff discount on childcare fees (subject to availability in the nursery school or day care).
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Free access to Employee Assistance Programme. Norcot has a supportive and nurturing culture.
This Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
An Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate.
For further details and an application pack or either job please contact 0118 9375677 or email clerk@norcot.reading.sch.uk
No agencies please, we are a local authority employer
The adverts will close when a suitable candidate has been appointed.