EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER

Shorefields; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery is seeking a proactive and skilled Early Years Practitioner to join their supportive team. The role focuses on children's development from ages 2-4 in a nurturing environment. Candidates should possess a commitment to safeguarding and education excellence, aiming to create engaging learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Experienced Early Years practitioner for Nursery aged 2-4.
• Ability to work proactively and part of a team.
• Creative and inspiring is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best outcomes for all children.
• Engage children in play and learning activities.
• Foster relationships with children and families.

Skills

Proactive

Early Years education

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3451-61S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 (Point 5-6)

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 27/06/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: Week beginning 23rd June 2025

Salary: Scale 3 Point 5-6
Hours: Part time / Full time
Type: Fixed term, August 2026 - Initially this will be a fixed term post though a possibility of a permanent role is possible.

Application closes: Friday 27th June 2025 midday. Interviews: W/B 23rd June 2025. Kindly note that we reserve the right to withdraw the advert early if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date.

Due to our expansion, we are looking for an experienced, proactive and inspiring Early Years practitioner in our Nursery for ages 2-4, who can use their initiative as well as working as part of a team to provide the best outcomes for all children.

At St Anne Line Catholic Infant School and Nursery, the children, the staff and our families are at the heart of everything we do. You must be able to laugh and play, be willing to jump in muddy puddles and go outside come rain or shine!

Our team is skilful in finding opportunities to extend ideas, provide challenge and encourage curiosity. Creativity and independence is encouraged through our well-resourced environment. Relationships with the children and families are key and we want to make every child feel welcome and special.

We can offer you the opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team working together to achieve the best outcomes for all our families and children.

We encourage any prospective candidates to come and visit us to find out more about the role, view our amazing facilities and experience the warmth of our school community. Please contact Andrea Staines at [e-mail] to arrange a visit. If you would like to apply for this position, please apply online or send your application form to [e-mail]

GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position will involve appropriate checks and DBS clearance including references and online checks.

Please contact Mrs Andrea Staines on 01268 524263 if you require any further information.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Andrea Staines
Wickhay, Basildon
Essex, SS15 5AF Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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