Early Years Childcare Practitioner

Schools; Chichester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Easebourne CE Primary School and West Sussex County Council are seeking an Early Years Childcare Practitioner to join the Caterpillars room (0-2 years). The position is 27.5 hours per week, term time only, WSCC Grade 4, pro rata, and requires an Early Years qualification and EYFS knowledge.

You will be a dedicated Key Person, supporting children's learning and development, meeting care needs, and helping to organise and resource the learning environment.

Qualifications

• To have an Early Years recognised qualification to Level 3 (minimum).
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of Early Years education and the EYFS Framework.
• Current Paediatric First Aid certificate.
• Induction for working with children including mandatory training as directed by the Nursery Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and learning support as a Key Person in the Caterpillars (0-2 years) Room.
• Contribute to organising and resourcing the learning environment.
• Support and reinforce the Nursery ethos, principles, policies and procedures.
• Work with a professional team and be flexible and proactive in duties.

Job description

Early Years Childcare Practitioner

Grade 4

27.5 hours/week - Pro-Rata (term time only)

Easebourne Nursery provides care & education for children from 6 months to 4 years. Our aim is to provide a fun, secure & stimulating environment that will enhance the development & education of all children in our care.

We are looking for an Early Years Childcare Practitioner, 27.5 hours/week (WSCC Grade 4, pro rata), term time only.

The role will be as an experienced, qualified Key Person, in our Caterpillars (0-2 years) Room, providing for children’s learning & development, providing care needs to children & contributing to the organisation & resourcing of the learning environment.

They will be part of a whole Nursery team who relate well to both children and colleagues. They should have a good knowledge of child development & the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage). They must show initiative, flexibility & work effectively within a professional team. They will support & reinforce the ethos, principles, policies & procedures of the Nursery by action & example.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences:

• To have an Early Years recognised qualification to Level 3 (minimum)
• To have an excellent knowledge & understanding of Early Years education and the EYFS Framework
• To have a current Paediatric First Aid certificate
• To complete an induction for working with children, including mandatory training as directed by the Nursery Manager

Closing date for applications – Friday 20th November 2026

Interviews to take place during w/c Monday 23rd November 2026

Easebourne CE Primary Schooland West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please contact the school directly.

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