Early Years Practitioner for Archbishop Wake CE Primary School, Blandford Forum

Dorset Council; Wilton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness services

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Archbishop Wake Nursery, part of Archbishop Wake CE Primary School, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join a nurturing team caring for children aged 0-4. The role is 37 hours per week, rota across 8am-6pm, with 52 weeks and 26-31 days holiday.

We offer professional learning opportunities and wellness support to help staff grow and thrive. Applicants should have Level 3 in Early Years, be patient, enthusiastic, and capable of using a computer to communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Early Years and Childcare qualification required.
• Patient, enthusiastic, and able to work calmly with children aged 0-4.
• Willingness to learn and use technology to communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Support learning through play, observation, and recording progress
• Work as part of a friendly team to provide a safe, caring environment
• Assist with routine childcare tasks and safeguarding procedures

Skills

Patient

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Team player

Initiative

Computer literacy

Education

Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Early Years Practitioner. 37 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 6pm on a rota basis. 52 week per year with 26 days holiday increasing to 31 days. This is a very exciting time for Archbishop Wake Nursery! Since becoming part of Archbishop Wake CE Primary School's provision in September 2025, we are looking to grow our already successful nursery provision for children aged 0-4. The setting is a thriving, forward-thinking and caring environment which is dedicated to enabling the best start in life for all children. We are looking to expand and grow our provision, and we need dedicated, ambitious and caring staff to join our friendly team in the next phase of our journey. This role will provide you with many opportunities to learn new skills, solve problems and adapt to different situations. Every day is different and exciting - you can get creative, messy and encourage the children to explore the world through play. You can make a real difference in children's lives by providing them with a safe, supportive, and fun environment where they are eager to ‘have a go’ and try new things.

About you:

We are looking to appoint someone who is passionate about working with children, fun, calm and supportive. You'll be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and able to use your initiative. We use technology to communicate with each other and our families, and you will be confident in using a computer. Support will be available for specific programmes we use. The successful applicant will require a minimum Level 3 in an Early Years and Childcare qualification. Any Safeguarding, Paediatric First Aid, Childcare or Food Hygiene qualifications, that would also be an advantage. You will also be working with a team of other professionals who share your passion and vision for childcare. Applicants should be patient, love working with children, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and able to use their initiative. We use technology to communicate with each other and our families, and you should be confident in using a computer. Support will be available for specific programmes we use. You will be well organised, needing to record observations, sharing information with parents and carers to support learning at home, always seeking advice and guidance from your senior and line manager when needed. We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Safeguarding Statement

Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.