Early Years Practitioner (SC5048)

UEA; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days annual leave

Family and work-life balance policies

Pension scheme with life cover

Health and wellbeing facilities

Campus facilities including library &奈

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The University of East Anglia (UEA) Nursery is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join the Sport and Commercial Services Division. The role covers all age groups, with a focus on under-2s, in a nursery rated Outstanding by OFSTED.

The post is part-time, 27.5 hours per week, with fixed daily hours and immediate start. You will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, have knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, and be committed to safeguarding and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Qualified in Early Years Practice
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Experience in a nursery setting with young children

Responsibilities

• Work across all age groups, primarily with under-2s
• Provide a safe, secure, exciting and stimulating environment
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children
• Flexible and willing to undertake training across the nursery

Skills

Passion for early years

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Salary will be £25,536 per annum pro rata

Sport and Commercial Services Division
The UEA Nursery

Early Years Practitioner

Ref: SC5048
Salary will be £25,536 per annum pro rata
Does this sound like you?

• Qualified in Early Years Practice
• Looking for the opportunity to work in a Nursery rated Outstanding by OFSTED
• A passionate and nurturing Early Years professional
• Loves supporting children’s curiosity, confidence, and independence
• Wants career development and progression opportunities

Then you may be the person we’re looking for!

We are looking for a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our welcoming team, working across all age groups, primarily with our under 2-year-olds.

This part-time (27.5 hours per week) indefinite post is available immediately. You will work Mondays to Fridays, either 8:30am to 2:00pm or 9:00am to 2:30pm.

You will join our busy and well-established team to provide a safe, secure, exciting and stimulating environment for the babies and children in our Nursery.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and know that you will be too.

As well as your Early Years qualification (a Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential), you’ll have knowledge and training in the Early Years Foundation Stage, gained during your experience of working with young children in a nursery setting.

You’ll be committed to development and flexibility, willing to undertake training and work across the whole nursery age range.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child Barred List. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Benefits include:

• 34 daysannual leaveinclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
• Family and Work-life balance policies including considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generouspension schemewith life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shoppingdiscountsto help cut the cost of household bills, public transport discounts andchildcare and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes where eligible.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Carol Vincent, Head of Nursery Services or Angela Cooper, Deputy Nursery Manager, via [e-mail]

Salary will be £25,536 per annum pro rata

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