Early Years Practitioner

Position: Early Years Practitioner NEW
# Early Years Practitioner

Employer:

St Faith's Prep

Location:

Canterbury, Kent Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full Time Salary:
£27,560.00 pa Posted:
26th September 2026

Expires:
2nd November 2026 10:00 AM

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
1576366
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* Print We are seeking enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly Nursery team. You should be experienced in planning inspiring activities for children aged 2-4 to explore and enjoy. We have full-time year-round roles available.

The successful candidates will have a Level 3 in Early Years Education.

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a track record of high-quality teaching and supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. We invite applications from experienced candidates to contribute further to standards of excellence, who love children and aspire to work in a happy and fulfilling environment.
** Purpose of the job
** To provide high standards of care and education for all children attending the nursery whilst adhering to all policies & procedures.
** Relationships
* * The post holder is directly responsible to the Headteacher and the Nursery Manager and works closely with other Early Years staff.
** Hours,

Salary & Benefits:

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* Hours:

Full time (40 hours per week), 52 weeks per year Salary: £13.25 per hour / £27,560.00 pa (FTE)
** Benefits:
*** 5% employer pension
* Shopping discount card
* Pro rata holiday, up to 25 days a year + bank holidays
* Staff discount on nursery fees
* Discretionary Christmas stand down
* Free lunch during term time
* Access to the group's counselling scheme
* Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L5
* On site parking
* Personal accident at work cover
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* Main Responsibilities:

*** To have due regard for the education of all pupils in the nursery in accordance with the aims, objectives and values.
* To provide pastoral care as an integral part of performing duties as an Early Years Educator.
* To share in the corporate responsibility for the wellbeing and control of all pupils in the nursery.
* To follow the policies for the smooth running of the school as laid down in the Staff Handbook.
* To plan lessons effectively in accordance with the school’s Schemes of Work and Programmes of Study.
* To teach in as exciting and stimulating a way as possible in order to inculcate a love of learning and of school, at the same time having high expectations of pupils and their performance.
* To keep up to date with assessment, record keeping and reporting.
* To attend relevant courses and stay abreast of developments in education in general and personal area of expertise in particular.
* To be supportive of, all events taking place within the school.
* To be part of the Early Years team, planning and implementing activities, delivering effective teaching and learning.
* To be committed to safeguarding children and want to make a difference to improving all children’s learning outcomes; encouraging confident and independent learners.
* To establish positive partnerships with parents, ensuring a cohesive approach to their child’s welfare and progression.
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* Person Specification:

*** The successful candidate will have a Level 3 in Early Years Education.
* Experience of working in a nursery.
* Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development.
* Knowledge & Understanding
* Demonstrates an enthusiasm and passion for teaching and working with children in EYFS.
* Ability to monitor, assess, record and report pupil’s progress

Skills & Aptitudes
* Ability to create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment.
* Be able to develop and maintain good professional relationships and contribute positively to all aspects of School life.
* Be able to motivate and inspire pupils.
* Excellent…