Early Years Practitioner

Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming school?

Flourish Education is working with a friendly Primary School in Atherstone that is looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their Nursery team.

The school has a strong focus on the EYFS framework, creating a nurturing environment where children can develop their confidence, independence and school-readiness. You’ll work closely with Early Years Practitioners, Teaching Assistants and Class Teachers to provide children with engaging learning experiences and high-quality support.

You’ll support children across the Nursery provision, including working 1:1 with children who have additional needs, as well as supporting group activities, continuous provision and indoor play.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting engaging activities and continuous provision
• Working alongside the Class Teacher and wider Early Years team
• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and communication
• Supporting safeguarding and creating a safe, inclusive environment

• Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Level 3 Early Years Educator, CACHE, NVQ Childcare or relevant Early Childhood Studies qualification
• Previous UK school experience
• Experience working with Nursery/Early Years-aged children
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience supporting children with additional needs is desirable
• A nurturing, reliable and team-focused approach

• £111.99 – £133.28 per day
• Equivalent to £21,839 – £25,989 per annum based on 5 days a week for a full school year
• 12.07% holiday pay accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension contributions
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact and support throughout your placement

This welcoming school in Atherstone offers a supportive and collaborative Early Years environment, making this a great opportunity for someone looking for a stable, full-time role within a nurturing setting.

The school is easily commutable from Atherstone, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Tamworth and surrounding areas.

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.