Early Years Practitioner Level 3

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ROLE:
Early Years Practitioner, Level 3

SCHOOL:
Aston Lodge Primary School, Wickersley Partnership Trust

SALARY: WPT Band 4 £ 26403 - £28598 (Pro rata £21369 - £23145)

CONTRACT:

Permanent

HOURS:

34 per week, term time only, plus all inset days

Are you a passionate and dedicated early years professional looking to make a meaningful impact on a child's first steps in education? We are looking for an enthusiastic, qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our professional team and help shape a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest learners can thrive.

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work as part of a dedicated team to support the delivery of high-quality Early Years Education and care. Under the guidance of a Teacher or Early Years Professional, you will play a pivotal role in creating a vibrant learning environment, tracking children's progress, and building strong relationships with families. This is a brilliant opportunity for a proactive individual who wants to deliver tailored support, ensuring every child’s individual needs are met during these crucial formative years.

• Environment & Safety:
  Create and maintain a welcoming early years environment, ensuring all activities are set up and that materials and equipment are safe and clean.
• Learning & Development:
  Contribute to the planning of learning activities, assisting staff in delivery and adapting tasks to support each child's unique development needs.
• Assessment & Tracking:
  Work with individuals or small groups to monitor and report on responses to activities, contributing to assessment procedures and maintaining accurate routine records.
• Classroom Management:
  Support the Teacher/Early Years Professional to ensure activities run smoothly, promoting positive behaviour and handling any incidents promptly in line with trust policy.
• Inclusion & SEND Support:
  Provide feedback to the class teacher, contributing to the assessment of needs and the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Keyworker Duties:
  Act as a keyworker for designated children, establishing positive, trusted relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Cover Supervision:
  Provide short-term cover supervision for the class in the temporary absence of the Teacher or Early Years Professional.
• Wellbeing & Care:
  Attend to the personal, emotional, and social needs of the children to ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
• Administrative Support:
  Carry out essential clerical duties to support the classroom teacher, including photocopying, laminating, and creating engaging pupil displays.

• Essential:
  Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., NVQ Level 3, CACHE Level 3, or equivalent).
• Experience:
  
  Proven experience working within an Early Years setting, with a solid understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Skills:
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies.
• Attributes: A patient, nurturing approach with a commitment to inclusive practice and supporting children with diverse needs (including SEND).

• Competitive salary
• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
• Professional Growth and Development

**** Closing Date:
Noon, Wednesday 24th June 2026****