Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job . ECC
3451-73S

Position Type:
Early Years

Pay Range:
Scale 3 (Point 5-6)

Position

Start Date:

28/09/2026

Contract Type:
Full-time/Part-time (Fixed term)

Application Close: 25/09/2026 Midnight

Salary:
Scale 3 Point 5-6 (Depending on experience)

Hours:

8:15am – 3:15pm. One afternoon may extend to 4:00pm. Part-time may be possible.

Are you a passionate level 3 Early Years Practitioner who is proactive and inspiring? Can you use your initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team to provide the best outcomes for young children? If so, we would love to hear from you. As part of our expansion we are looking for brilliant Early Years Educators to join our wonderful nursery that caters for children aged 2‑4 years.

At St Anne Line Catholic Infant School and Nursery, the children, staff and families are at the heart of everything we do. You must be able to laugh and play, be willing to jump in muddy puddles and get creative.

Our team skillfully finds opportunities to extend ideas, provide challenges and encourage curiosity. Creativity and independence are encouraged through our well‑resourced environment. Relationships with children and families are key and we want to make every child feel welcome and special.

• Term‑time only setting with flexible leave: 3 days leave per year during term time
• CPD opportunities throughout the year
• Option to purchase a hot lunch from our excellent school kitchen
• Pastoral support and value for team wellbeing
• Competitive salary

GCSE English and Maths Grade C/4 or above.

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

Experience working with children aged 2‑4 years preferred.

Deliver high quality early years education to children aged 2‑4.

Plan, implement and assess learning in line with curriculum.

Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment.

Participate in CPD and staff meetings.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including DBS clearance, reference checks and online checks.

If you are interested in this position please register your CV to andrea.staines.

We encourage any prospective candidates to come and visit us to find out more about the role, view our amazing facilities and experience the warmth of our school community.

Contact: Andrea Staines,  andrea.staines

Location:

Wickhay, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5AF