Early Years Educator/Practitioner

Shorefields; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincewood Primary School is recruiting for a part-time Early Years practitioner to join a thriving nursery for 3- to 4-year-olds. The role is permanent with term-time hours (8.15am–3.45pm) and sits on Scale 3 Points 6–7, with a 32.5-hour week.

You will be part of a dedicated team delivering high-quality education and care, with strong safeguarding and EYFS knowledge expected. Apply by the close date for consideration.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or Level 2 with demonstrable experience).
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; strong EYFS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Act as Key Person for a group of children, tracking progress and meeting needs.
• Engage with parents and carers to support each child's learning journey.
• Assist with planning EYFS curriculum activities and maintain progress records.
• Set up daily play activities, maintain health and safety standards, and provide basic first aid when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid Qualification

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3781-78 Position Type: Early Years Pay Range: Scale 3, point 6 to 7

Position Start Date: 01/01/2027 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 02/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 10th November 2026

Salary: Scale 3 Point 6-7 , 32.5 hours per week

Salary range: FTE £20,225 - £20,822 (includes outer fringe payment)

Hours: 8.15am - 3.45pm term time only

Type: Permanent

Location: Lincewood Primary School / Nursery

Qualifications

• Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification (Level 2 considered with demonstrable experience)
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification

Application closes: Tuesday 10th November 2026, 12 Noon

Interview date: Thursday 12th November 2026

About Our Nursery

As part of our exciting expansion, we have opened a brand-new nursery catering to children aged 3 to 4 years. We are not just an Ofsted 'Good' school-we are a proud Inclusion Quality Mark Flagship School that lives and breathes the Thrive approach, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn.

If you are looking for a workplace where your creativity is celebrated, your well-being matters, and you are surrounded by beautiful, extensive outdoor grounds, we would love to welcome you to our team.

What We Offer

• Stunning Learning Environment: Beautiful, extensive grounds and top-tier resources that allow you to take learning far beyond the classroom.
• A Culture of Care: A supportive, dedicated team that values resilience, humour, and genuine professional well-being.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop your career in an ambitious, forward-thinking educational environment.

The Role & Responsibilities

Working as part of our dynamic nursery team, you will provide safe, high-quality education and care to children aged 3-4. Key duties include:

• Key Person Duties: Act as a Key Person for a dedicated group of children, tracking their progress and meeting their individual needs.
• Parent & Carer Engagement: Build strong, positive partnerships with families to support each child's learning journey.
• Curriculum & Learning: Assist with planning creative EYFS curriculum activities and maintaining progress records.
• Environment & Provision: Set up engaging daily playroom activities, maintain high health and safety standards, and administer basic first aid as required.

What We Are Looking For

Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or Level 2 with a strong, recent track record in childcare).
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of the EYFS Framework and early childhood development.
• Commitment to safeguarding, statutory compliance, and ongoing training.

We are looking for an ambitious and creative practitioner. You will be the kind of person who:

• Ignites Curiosity: Designs engaging learning opportunities that turn children into confident learners.
• Builds Bridges: Forges strong, trusting relationships with children, colleagues, and families.
• Maintains High Standards: Sets high expectations for every child's happiness and development.
• Stays Positive: Brings inspirational energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to the team.
• Passionate & Creative: Able to turn a learning objective into a spark of curiosity.
• Relationship-Driven: Someone who builds trust with families and colleagues alike.
• Ambitious: Driven to deliver excellent early education while growing professionally.

Information about the School

Lincewood Primary School is an inclusive, caring and supporting school, with children at the heart of every decision we make. We have aspirational expectations and a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum, which aims to foster a love of learning. Our school values revolve around the ICARE acronym, helping us to develop an inclusive, caring, aspirational, resilient and enthusiastic atmosphere for all.We are a Thrive school and use the principles of Thrive to support pupils who have experienced childhood trauma and we are proud to be an Inclusion Centre of Excellence.

Lincewood Primary School is part of CRESCO Multi Academy Trust.Cresco Multi Academy Trust is based in Basildon and consists of Great Berry, Janet Duke, Lincewood and Noak Bridge Primary Schools. The aim is to share good practice and provide the best education for all our children.

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