Our new Early Years team is friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic about the growth of the nursery and the ways that adults can support children to play and discover wondrous things whilst playing inside and outside. Supported by internationally renowned, Dr Claire Warden, the team are exploring planning through Floorbooks and ways to embrace nature pedagogy in the philosophy of the setting.We are seeking Early Years Practitioners who will promote a stimulating and caring learning environment for children within our Early Years setting. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established Nursery and help shape its future as a thriving indoor / outdoor nursery focused on personalised learning. To be successful the post holder should be passionate about Early Years education.Hours of WorkThere is both a full time and part time role within the Nursery. The post holder will also be required to attend Open Mornings, Sports Day and other ad-hoc days out with the normal working week.QualificationsEssential● Passionate about Early Level Education● Be GTCS registered or SSSC registered or be eligible for registrationDesirable● Experience and interest in child centred, play based pedagogy● Positive attitude to being outside● Experience working within an Early Years setting● IT literate● Hold a full driving licence● SVQ3 qualificationPlease refer to the Role Specification for further information.ABOUT OUR SCHOOLSituated in Crieff, surrounded by stunning countryside, Morrison’s Academy is proudly the only all through independent school in Perthshire, offering an outstanding education to children aged 2 - 18.With small by design classes, Morrison’s Academy prides itself in knowing every child and providing a truly personal education. We understand their potential, guide them to find their passions and develop their strengths. Having Nursery, Primary and Secondary on one campus, we deliver continuity of learning; education is seamless and evolutionary and our pupils build lasting relationships with their peers and staff throughout their journey.Inspiring academic teaching, consistently outstanding exam results, unique and progressive learning programmes and varied co-curricular activities foster team spirit and nurture individual talent.When they leave at the end of S6, Morrisonians are mature young citizens, who have developed the invaluable balance between confidence and humility.
