Early Years Practitioner

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

16/07/2026

What skills and experience we're looking for Are you an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about helping children grow, learn and flourish?

We are looking for a committed and creative individual to join our team at Oaks Nursery, part of St Dubricius C of E First School.

In this role, you’ll play an integral part in supporting a nurturing, engaging and inclusive early years environment.

You’ll work closely with a dedicated and supportive team to deliver high-quality provision where children are happy, curious and confident.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• Has a secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework
• Is caring, motivated, and enthusiastic about early childhood education
• Brings creativity and a forward-thinking approach to learning
• Is committed to inclusive practice and supporting every child to thrive
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to a strong school culture
• Embraces our Christian ethos and contributes to the wider life of the school and federation
• Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and a reflective attitude in their practice What the school offers its staff
  
  What we offer:
  
  
• A welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
• Supportive colleagues and governors across the Moorland Federation
• A joyful and successful learning environment where your role makes a difference
• The chance to be part of an exciting, nature-based and values-led approach
• A nursery with a strong reputation in the heart of the local community
• Abeautiful village setting
• Commitment to safeguarding - Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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