Early Years Educator

Stockport Council; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Vale View Primary School has a vacancy for an enthusiastic Early Years Educator (Level 3) to join the team on a 1-year fixed-term basis. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term time only, 8:30am to 3:30pm, starting ASAP.

The school seeks a candidate with EYFS knowledge, safeguarding awareness and a strong commitment to children's development. The successful applicant will join a supportive, collaborative staff team at Vale View Primary School in Stockport and contribute to delivering a broad,

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Experience working in an early year’s setting.
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS framework and ability to apply its principles.
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and experience supporting children with SEN.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills (Level 2 or higher).
• Committed, motivated, enthusiastic and flexible; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s early learning and development through high-quality learning opportunities and care.
• Work with a caring and dedicated team to implement an engaging early years programme.
• Contribute to safeguarding and effective partnership with parents and external agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Digital literacy

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Vale View Primary School
Mill Lane
North Reddish
Stockport
SK5 6TP
Tel: [phone]

Early Years Educator
Scale 4 (£27,274 - £29,071 pro rata, actual salary £20,491 - £21,841)
32.5 Hours per week, Term Time Only
8:30am – 3:30pm Monday to Friday
Temporary (1 year)
Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Sunday 4th October 2026 11:59pm

Please email completed application forms to [e-mail] by the above deadline, application documents can be found and downloaded at the bottom of the page.

Interview Date: 8th October 2026

Vale View Primary School currently has an exciting vacancy for an enthusiastic, effective and committed full time Early Years Educator (Level 3) to start as soon as possible. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in an early year’s setting and hold a relevant early year’s level 3 qualification. You will work with our caring and dedicated team to support children’s early learning and development by providing high quality learning opportunities and care. The post will be fixed term for one year in the first instance.

Vale View Primary is a larger than average school situated at the heart of the local community. Our vision is to work with our families to ensure that children are well prepared for the next stage of their education. We do this by ensuring children have access to a wide range of experiences through a broad and rich curriculum.

We are committed to developing our staff team and providing opportunities for self-development and career progression. You will work with a highly committed and experienced team to build on and develop the success of the school.

If you are enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate about inspiring children and making a difference, we would like to meet you.

About you:

• You will hold a relevant Level 3 Early Year’s qualification
• You will have successful experience of working in an early year’s setting
• You will have good working knowledge of the EYFS framework and be able to put the principles into practice
• You will have knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and have experience of working to support children who have special educational needs
• You will have excellent literacy (Level 2 qualification), numeracy and IT skills
• You will be committed, motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
• You will enjoy working as part of a team
• You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with parents, staff and outside agencies
• You will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding

About us:

• Our pupils are enthusiastic and are proud of their school
• We have a highly committed team of professionals
• We offer an excellent working environment and high-quality resources
• We provide opportunities to take part in high quality CPD and work with colleagues from beyond our school
• The support of a committed and experienced Local Governing Body

This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly dedicated and friendly team. If you would like to visit the school, please contact the School Business Manager, Ms Tessa Chesworth for further information.

Email: [e-mail]

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

Vale View Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce.

We want our employees to have a good work life balance and in many job roles we can offer a range of flexible/hybrid working arrangements. We also have inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support our diverse workforce. We will listen to, learn from, and develop our workforce.

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