Numeracy with the Easter Bunny!

 

Fire Station Visit

 

On 24th March we went to visit the fire station in Nayland. Thank you so much to Tom and Jenny Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service who showed us the station, equipment and the fire engine itself! we had lots of fun squirting the hose, sitting in the back and learning all about the tools they use!

Easter Craft Club

 

For four weeks we ran Easter Craft Club.  Children of ages 3 to 10 made lovely crafts to take home.  This was very popular and we hope to run one in the Summer term (watch this space).

Mother's Day

 

The Pre-School children made these lovely cards with Dana and planted a flower to take home to a special 'caregiver' in their life.

Big garden bird watch - Jan

 

Job Opening

 

JOB OPENING

 

Extended Schools Leader required, with relevant level 3 qualification or above.

 

Term Time Only: 3pm till 6pm Monday to Friday, 15 hours per week

 

To start: May 2022,

Closing date: 15^th April 2022

Interviews:  week commencing 25^th April 2022

 

Salary: Dependant on qualification and experience

 

Woodland Corner has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic   Extended Schools Leader to join our fantastic team, leading our after-school club for children aged 2 to 11. 

 

There may also be an opportunity to work in our pre-school (term time) and holiday club sessions.

 

About Woodland Corner

 

Woodland Corner is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We provide safe, high-quality education and care for pre-school children aged between 2 and 4, and an extended schools club for children aged between 2 and 11. Further details can be found on our website http://www.woodlandcorner.co.uk, http://woodlandcornernayland.blogspot.com/].

Please see full details of the role below:

 

 

Job title: Extended Schools Leader

 

Reports to: Manager

 

Role: To lead and manage staff at Woodland Corner’s after-school club under the direction of the Manager.

 

Main duties:

 

-        To plan age-appropriate after-school activities for children aged 2 – 11.

-        Working with the Manager and Administrator, to help manage staffing for after-school sessions, ensuring correct children to staff ratios are met.

-        To ensure that all children are offered an appropriate level of support and stimulation in after-school sessions.

-        To assist in the supervision of children at play inside and outside and at snack times.

-        To develop positive relationships with parents, carers, children and other staff members.

-        To communicate with parents and carers on what their children have been doing.

-        To attend in-house or external training courses and meetings as required.

-        To ensure that the environment is safe for children, staff and others and to advise the Manager of any concerns relating to safeguarding or safety.

-        To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Manager, in accordance with the Woodland Corner’s objectives.

 

Person specification

 

You will be someone who is experienced and focused on delivering excellent standards of care and early years education with a natural ability to work as part of a team.

Essential Criteria

 

-        Level 3 minimum Early Years qualification.

-        Satisfactory enhanced DBS check which confirms suitability to work with children.

-        Previous experience of working with young children.

-        An ability to demonstrate responsibility and flexibility and use your own initiative.

-        Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

-        Willingness to attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your professional development.

-        Good communication skills (written and oral).

-        Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships.

-        Good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection, Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and Confidentiality policies and procedures.

All Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) and provide two satisfactory references prior to their employment.

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

If you think you meet our requirements, please apply by sending a covering letter and your CV with a copy of your qualification certificate to Cheryl Leeks at woodlandcorner@outlook.com.

 

Please note: No applications will be considered via Private Message or without a full and relevant qualification in Early Years.

 

Closing date for applications:

 

15^th April 2022

 

Woodland Corner is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Easter Egg Hunt

 All Pre-School children and parents/carers are invited to:  

 

THE NAYLAND SCHOOL  

EASTER EGG HUNT 

ON WEDNESDAY 6 APRIL at 2.45pm 

 

If your child already attends Woodland Corner on a Wednesday afternoon you are invited to come and collect them at 2.35pm.  We will then walk together to the playground ready for the hunt. If you are unable to return early that day then your child will be accompanied on the Egg Hunt by Woodland Corner staff. 

 

If your child is not at Woodland Corner on Wednesday afternoon then you are very welcome to bring them to the Easter Egg Hunt and please come to our back gate at 2.40pm. We have some spaces for children to come to us for the whole Wednesday afternoon session (12.15pm – 3.15pm) at a cost of £15.60 but spaces are limited. Please book directly with Cheryl or Nicola.  

 

Please pay £1 to Woodland Corner to cover the cost of a chocolate egg for your child and any younger siblings that are attending. 

Valentines Day

 

Pancake Day - Pancakes and craft

 

Yoga at Woodland Corner