Early Years Teacher

Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona, part of the Nord Anglia Education group, offers a world‑class education to students aged 4 months to 18 years. Located in vibrant Barcelona, Spain, our international community celebrates diversity and embraces over 40 nationalities. At Hamelin‑Laie, we nurture open‑minded, resilient, and confident individuals through a holistic educational approach. Our curriculum inspires students to become socially, emotionally, and ethically aware, preparing them for an ever‑changing world. As a member of our dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to shape the minds of tomorrow's leaders and collaborate with passionate educators from around the globe. Join us at Hamelin‑Laie International School Barcelona and make a difference in the lives of our students. Together, we’ll create a truly transformative learning experience.JOB PURPOSEMotivate and stimulate a child's learning abilities, often encouraging learning through experienceProvide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environmentAid the development of a child's personal social language and physical coordination abilitiesDevelop and produce visual aids and teaching resourcesEncourage mathematical and creative development through stories, songs, games, drawing and imaginative playHelp children develop curiosity and knowledgePlan and coordinate work both indoors and outdoorsShare knowledge gained with other practitioners and build and maintain relationships with parentsObserve, assess and record each child's progressEnsure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all activities both inside and outside the settingAttend staff meetings and staff training daysKeep up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practiceKEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIESPromoting a Positive School CultureUtilize grade level community meetings to promote the values and culture encompassed by the HLISOrganize Early Years events and initiatives to promote the values and culture encompassed by the HLIS PromiseCelebrate student achievements and learner profile attributes through the lens of the HLIS PromiseActively create opportunities and encourage ideas that allow students to display authentic leadership of themselves, their peers and the wider school communityActively support and promote the values and requirements of the educational programmeEffectively and correctly implement policy and procedures across their area of responsibilitySkillsExcellent communication and listening skillsGood organisational skills to plan the day and respond to the different needs of the children you teachThe ability to inspire and enthuse young childrenResourcefulness, patience and a caring natureAn understanding of the needs and feelings of childrenAbility to work independently with children as well as being able to work in the wider Early Years school teamA sense of humour and the ability to keep things in perspectiveIdeas and creativity to plan resources and carry out activities such as dance, drama, music, arts and craftsStamina to keep up with the needs and energy of a large group of lively childrenAttention to detail for carrying out observations and reporting back to parents and other professionalsRemoving Barriers to LearningDevise and follow pastoral systems that optimize the academic and emotional wellbeing of the studentsProvide extra support for students who have difficulty adhering to the expectations of HLISLiaise with the Learning Support department and Counselling department to help students overcome any barriers to learningEnsure that the individual needs of every student are metProvide effective and sensitive induction and transition programmes for students and their familiesAllocate students to classes that balance a variety of considerations including friendship groups, prior academic achievement, language needs, gender balance, LS needsMaintain your own informal student records based on information gatheredBe a visible presence in the lives of the students in the grade level and intervene with students needing extra supportSafeguarding and WellbeingThrough developing relationships with parents and students be alert to potential and actual safeguarding issues and report to the Safeguarding TeamSupport the Safeguarding Team as and when appropriate to ensure a safe school environment for each and every student in the Early YearsSupport the development of student wellbeing both proactively planning events and initiatives and reactively by addressing incidents and themes relevant to the grade levelParent CommunicationEngage parents as partners in student learning both socio‑emotional and academic leading to positive and effective contribution to raising standardsLiaise with parents and members of the subject team to remove barriers to learning for studentsRespond to parental enquiries in a timely and empathetic mannerActively promote the work of the Early Years Team informally in conversationSupport the MAC team by providing content for social media, meeting prospective parents and onboarding familiesPERSON SPECIFICATIONSQualifications TrainingAt least one year as an Early Years teacher (Essential)Personal commitment to continuing professional development (Essential)English Native (Essential)A relevant degree or teaching qualification (Essential)Experience KnowledgeMinimum 2 years teaching experience (Essential)English native level (Essential)The monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils' progress (Essential)The requirements of a class teacher to adhere to all school policies particularly those pertaining to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Child Protection (Essential)Effective teaching and learning styles (Essential)The theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children including classroom organization and learning strategies (Essential)Working in partnership with parents (Essential)SkillsEvidence of very good successful teaching (Essential)Creates a positive, challenging and effective learning environment (Essential)Develop good personal relationships within a team (Essential)Establish and develop close relationships with parents and the community (Essential)Communicate effectively both written and verbal to a variety of audiences (Essential)Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment (Essential)Contribute to the school's Extra‑Curricular Programme (Essential)Personal AttributesHigh levels of personal integrity (Essential)Excellent organisational and time management skills (Essential)Attention to detail (Essential)Ability to work under pressure and remain calm (Essential)Willingness to take on multiple tasks (Essential)Adaptability (Essential)At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world‑class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr