Early Years Practitioner

Wessex Learning Trust; Bleadon; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join a committed team. The role involves providing quality care and learning experiences while collaborating within a supportive environment. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification and demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills. Staff benefits include training opportunities and support resources.

Benefits

Subsidised leisure centre membership

Cycle to work scheme

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Candidates need to demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe environment.
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS curriculum is necessary.
• Experience liaising with parents and professionals required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality learning experiences in a stimulating environment.
• Support children according to Statutory Framework requirements.
• Implement policies and procedures of the setting.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Confident and caring

Flexibility and teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner

Closing in 14 days (20 October 2025 11:59 pm)

Job details

• Salary: Actual Starting Salary £8,940.13 pa (based on Grade 3)
• Employer: Lympsham Preschool
• Location: Lympsham, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
• Contract type: Permanent, Term time
• Working pattern: Part time
• Closing date: 20 October 2025 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

• 25.5 hrs per week, term time only
• Permanent contract (with optional additional hours available supporting our holiday club)
• Flexible within the hours of 7.45am - 5.30pm
• Salary £24,027 - £24,404 FTE (Grade 15, Point 3 - 4)
• Actual Starting Salary £8,940.13 pa (based on Grade 3)

What will I be doing?

We are looking to appoint a Level 3 qualified caring and enthusiastic preschool practitioner to join us in our expanding pre-school in the heart of the community. We support one another as we work to provide a quality learning experience for all our children in a stimulating environment. Applicants will need to show knowledge of and work within the requirements of the Statutory Framework, have a good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection and be able to follow and implement the policies and procedures of the setting.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Confident, caring and friendly
• Excellent communication skills, competently liaising with parents and other professionals
• Flexibility, teamwork, and supportive of other practitioners in the setting
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, secure and nurturing environment
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and framework
• Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all children

What is in it for me?

What we can offer:

• Lympsham CofE Academy is a small rural school, set in an idyllic location. We are committed to providing the very best opportunities for its children and staff and as part of the Wessex Learning Trust we are proud to provide the full support of dedicated, committed staff in our schools and the wider Trust.
• Recognition and belonging - we value our staff and the contribution they make. We seek to create a sense of belonging at the school and wider trust, with each school having both its own identity and a strong link to the centre.
• A commitment to offering excellent continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including a subsidised leisure centre membership, cycle to work scheme and generous pension contributions.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing, forward-thinking multi-academy Trust.

DBS check

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Supporting documents and information

• Closing Date: Monday 20 October
• Interview Date: week commencing 20 October

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, together with a letter of application for the attention of Mrs K Whiting detailing your experience and impact to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to [e-mail].