Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Grade 4

Hill Farm Primary

Monday - Friday 8.20am to 16:00pm (35.83 hours per week, term time only plus teacher training days, 39 weeks).

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well‑organised Early Years Practitioner to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) initially in our school nursery from September 2026.

This role will involve working collaboratively with responsible classroom teacher(s) as a Teaching Assistant by utilising detailed knowledge and specialist skills to undertake ‘specified work’ and provide care and supervision to pupils.

The ideal candidate must be qualified in the following qualification or equivalent:

Level 3 Childcare

• Is passionate enabling children to achieve excellent outcomes
• Is keen to teach motivated and enthusiastic children
• Has the ability to inspire, and enthuse
• Sets high expectations for all
• Has a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, colleagues and the community
• Is a team player with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude
• Really want to make a difference to the lives of young people
• Has a working knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum and the willingness to develop this knowledge further

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory police records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance.