Humberston Cloverfields - Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

The Enquire Learning Trust; Wakefield Regional Council; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle savings

Job summary

Humberston Cloverfields Academy invites applications for an experienced Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) to join our ambitious team. The successful candidate will support Foundation Stage 1 children, work with teachers, and contribute to a safe, welcoming learning environment.

We value positive relationships, initiative and strong communication. The role includes assisting at lunchtimes, helping with classroom prep, and supporting school development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Foundation Stage children.
• Ability to work as part of a team and support teachers.
• Commitment to safeguarding and children's welfare.
• Excellent communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Foundation Stage 1.
• Assist with class preparation and group activities.
• Help at lunchtimes and playtimes.
• Carry out duties as directed by the Head of School.

Skills

Positive relationships

Initiative

Communication

Team player

Adaptable

Professional conduct

Education

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Foundation Stage knowledge

Job description

Humberston Cloverfields - Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

Closing date for applications: 28 October 2026, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 2 November 2026

Reference Number: ELTJUN2647

Humberston Cloverfields Academy

VACANCY – Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

Reference Number: ELTJUN2647

Working Hours: 32.5 Start Date: Autumn Term 2026

Working Weeks: 39 Location: Humberston Cloverfields Academy,

Salary Scale: NJC SCP 6 St Thomas Close, Humberston, DN36 4HS

Contract Type: Permanent

Humberston Cloverfields Academy are seeking to appoint an experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our ambitious and committed team.

About us

Our aim is that our school is a happy, friendly, safe place where children and staff feel welcome and valued; a place where all members of the school community care about each other and are kind to each other; a place where behaviour is excellent and where everybody takes pride in whatever they do.

About the role

The successful candidate will need to have high expectations of the children in their care and be flexible in their approach to working as part of a team.

The primary role of the post will be to support children within our Foundation Stage 1 area but the successful candidate may be expected to work throughout Foundation Stage and other areas of the school.

The successful candidate will also be required to support the class teachers with general classroom preparation, work with groups of children and will be required to assist at lunchtimes and playtimes as well as undertaking any other duties required by the Head of School.

What we are looking for someone who

• Can form positive relationships with children, parents and staff
• Is able to use their initiative to support behaviour
• Has a proven track record of having a positive impact on children’s progress
• Is adaptable to situations and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Is an excellent communicator and role model
• Is willing to make a positive contribution to the development of our school
• Aspires to be the very best version of themselves that they can be

What we can offer

Membership of Teachers Pension Fund Cycle to Work Scheme

Opportunities for development and progression Lifestyle savings

Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured

Working arrangements

Full time, term time

For more information, please contact – Hannah Willis, [e-mail]

Details of visits to school are welcome please contact the school office on 01472500217 to arrange.

Closing date and time: Wednesday 28 th October 2026 – 12pm

Interview Date: Week commencing 2 nd November 2026

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.