Early Years Practitioner - Oakengates Nursery School

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Telford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Oakengates Nursery School in Telford is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team from January 2027. The role involves supporting children aged 0–5 through play-based learning and strong, caring relationships.

We welcome applicants with a recognised Level 3 EYFS qualification who are committed to safeguarding, teamwork, and ongoing professional development. 8:30am-4:00pm, term-time plus 4 weeks, fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 EYFS Practitioner.
• Experience working with young children in an early years or educational setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide engaging, play-based experiences reflecting children’s interests across the EYFS.
• Build secure relationships with children, supporting wellbeing, independence and care needs.
• Use observations to understand development and plan meaningful next steps.
• Support communication and language through responsive interactions, stories and play.
• Adapt provision to include all children, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Work closely with parents, carers and colleagues, sharing information and celebrating progress.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating environment and follow safeguarding policies.
• Demonstrate a Level 3 EYFS qualification suitable for this role.
• Demonstrate experience of working with young children in an early years setting.

Skills

Plan engaging play-based activities

Build secure relationships with youngs

Observation and assessment

Communicate with parents and carers

Education

Level 3 EYFS Practitioner

Job description

Telford & Wrekin Council,
Oakengates Nursery School
Wrockwardine Wood Infant School and Oakengates Nursery Federation
Charlton Street, Oakengates, Telford TF2 6BT
01952 387910 | [e-mail]
www.oakengatesnurseryschool.co.uk

Executive Headteacher: Mrs Jenny Gascoigne
Chair Of Governors: Mr Lee George

‘Love, Laugh, Learn’
Resourcefulness, Reciprocity (Teamwork), Reflectiveness, Resilience

Post

Early Years Practitioner

Pay scale

NJC Scale 2

Hours

8:30am -4:00pm (35 hours per week) Term-time plus 4 weeks

Contract

Fixed-Term

Start Date

January 2027

Join our nursery team
Are you a caring and enthusiastic early years practitioner who enjoys helping young children learn through play? Our Governing Board is seeking a qualified Level 3 EYFS Practitioner to join our team from January 2027.
We provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for children aged 0–5, where warm relationships and stimulating experiences help every child feel safe, develop confidence and enjoy learning. We are looking for someone who shares our high expectations and brings kindness, energy and a thoughtful approach to their work.

Your role

• Plan and provide engaging, play-based experiences that reflect children’s interests and support their learning across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Build secure relationships with children, supporting their wellbeing, independence and individual care needs.
• Use observations and assessment to understand children’s development and plan meaningful next steps.
• Support communication and language through responsive interactions, stories, songs and play.
• Adapt provision to include all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities and those learning English as an additional language.
• Work closely with parents, carers and colleagues, sharing information and celebrating children’s progress.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating environment and follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures.
• A recognised Level 3 early years qualification suitable for this role.
• Experience of working with young children in an early years or educational setting.
• A sound understanding of child development and the EYFS, including the importance of learning through play.
• A warm, patient and inclusive approach, with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and families.
• A reliable, flexible approach and a willingness to reflect on practice and develop professionally.

What we offer

• A welcoming, supportive team that values your ideas and contribution.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children and their families.
• Training and professional development to strengthen your practice and support your career.
• Salary and benefits in line with Telford & Wrekin Council employment terms.

Closing date: Thursday 15 October 2026

Interview date: Thursday 22 October 2026

Safeguarding

Our federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with children’s barred list information. Online searches will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process.

Oakengates Nursery School is part of

Wrockwardine Wood Infant School and Oakengates Nursery Federation.

Attached documents

Application form