Nursery Assistant

ADNOC Schools is currently seeking high-performing Nursery Assistants. The current vacancy is based in ADNOC School, Ruwais Campus, located in the Western Region (Al Dhafra) of Abu Dhabi for January 2025 start.

ADNOC Schools are Massachusetts State Curriculum schools with superb facilities in Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of Abu Dhabi Emirate.

The Massachusetts Curriculum is one of the most highly regarded and successful curricula in the United States, with close links to prestigious higher education institutions such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Graduates of ADNOC Schools receive the American High School Diploma - the standard entry qualification for US colleges and universities.

This is an exciting opportunity. ADNOC Schools, which is currently operated by Aldar Education, offer world-class amenities and are designed to provide learners with a 21st-century curriculum using the latest technology and world-class facilities.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities:

• To work as part of the Nursery Team to deliver high standards of care, child development, and learning for the nursery children in a welcoming, caring, and safe environment.
• To contribute to the Nursery’s highest standards of physical and emotional care, health and safety, and personal and food hygiene at all times.
• To comply with all regulatory requirements, including the EYFS.
• The post holder reports to the Room Leader and works closely with the Nursery Teacher
• The post holder is also accountable to the Principal and Vice Principal
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents or carers
• To assist in maintaining a stimulating, engaging, and interactive learning environment for all children.
• assist with the delivery of the daily program of purposeful play activities to suit the children’s needs and stages of development, supporting and promoting each child’s learning.
• To guide and monitor children’s progress, provide feedback to the Room Leader on pupil progress, assessing and observing where required.
• To ensure that activities are carried out safely and advise the Room Leader of any concerns over children, equipment, etc.
• Be proactive in supporting classroom routines, so children are continually supported.
• To assist in meeting the care needs of the children, such as feeding, sleeping, and nappy changes.
• Working creatively with the children within the Nursery, as instructed by the Room Leader.
• To be involved in positive interactions with the children by supporting or providing stimulating activities that respond to their interests and developmental needs.
• Ensure effective working practice is followed, including safeguarding and adhering to all School policies and procedures.
• Assist with the children’s weaning and eating needs, encouraging children to eat and drink when required. Report children’s daily eating and toileting habits to the Room Leader and/or Nursery Teacher.
• Ensuring effective supervision at mealtimes and that all dietary requirements are adhered to for children within your room.
• Ensure an appropriate, safe, and secure learning environment, e.g., locking gates, spillage of water, monitoring the condition of toys/equipment, and reporting any concerns to the Room Leader.
• Always maintain a clean and safe environment both inside and outside.
• Working within the School’s Health and Safety Policy to ensure a safe environment for the children, their parents and carers, the nursery team, and any visitors to the Nursery.
• To be sensitive to the needs of all children.
• Promote positive values, attitudes, and good behavior of children.
• Promote positive professional relationships with the Nursery team. • Work as part of the whole Nursery Team and take on additional responsibilities as required.
• Be available to work in any area of the Nursery, undertaking the care and supervision of the children and ensuring its smooth running.
• To carry out playtime and lunchtime duties, including helping children with outdoor clothing.
• To help with the set-up and tidying up of daily activities and resources, including domestic tasks such as preparing snacks, cleansing of equipment and laundry, etc.
• To be able to oversee individuals and small groups as directed. • To complete simple administrative tasks.
• Reappraising professional performance, keeping up to date with EYFS requirements & best practices.
• Engaging actively in the performance review
• Undertake additional duties as required by the Principal or Vice Principal as appropriate. Ew process and participate in CPD opportunities.
• Attend meetings and INSET, as required.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.

The post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. If, in the course of carrying out their duties, the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, s/he must report any concerns to one of the School’s Designated Safeguarding Leads or the principal.