Early Years Practitioner

Teaching Vacancies; Minehead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Minehead is seeking an experienced Early Years Lead Practitioner. This role focuses on leading high-quality learning and supporting young children through nature-based education. Ideal candidates are motivated and enthusiastic about early childhood education, with an understanding of the EYFS framework. The institution promotes a nurturing and inclusive community where staff receive outstanding professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Outstanding professional development opportunities

Supportive colleagues and governors

Welcoming and inclusive school community

Qualifications

• Holds a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
• Has secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework.
• Is caring, motivated, and enthusiastic about early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality learning for young children.
• Champion nature-based and outdoor education.
• Ensure every child feels safe, understood, and ready to succeed.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS statutory framework

Teamwork

Creativity

Commitment to inclusive practice

Caring and motivated

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• Has a secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework
• Is caring, motivated, and enthusiastic about early childhood education
• Brings creativity and a forward-thinking approach to learning
• Is committed to inclusive practice and supporting every child to thrive
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to a strong school culture
• Embraces our Christian ethos and contributes to the wider life of the school and federation
• Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and a reflective attitude in their practice

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
• Supportive colleagues and governors across the Moorland Federation
• A joyful and successful learning environment where your role makes a difference
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• The chance to be part of an exciting, nature-based and values-led approach
• A beautiful village setting in the heart of our community

Further details about the role

Inspire our youngest learners to thrive

Are you a passionate Early Years professional who believes every child deserves an inspiring and nurturing start to their education? We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our team at Little Oaks, Timberscombe C of E First School.

In this role, you will lead high-quality learning, champion nature-based and outdoor education, and ensure every child feels safe, understood, and ready to succeed.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.