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Shaw Education Trust; Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Grade 4 Level 3 Early Years Practitioner in Cannock Chase. The role involves supporting children's development aged 0-5, planning educational activities, and fostering a nurturing environment. Candidates should hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and have experience in similar settings. The position offers a salary range of £19,283 - £19,898 with generous benefits including pension schemes and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

Exclusive discounts through DiscountForTeachers

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Access to online courses

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
• Experience working with young children in nursery or preschool.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children's development.

Responsibilities

• Support development, learning, and wellbeing of children aged 0-5.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress.
• Deliver high-quality phonics sessions.
• Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? As a Grade 4 Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you will:

Responsibilities

• Support the development, learning, and wellbeing of children aged 0-5.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that meet children’s individual needs.
• Work closely with other staff, parents, and carers to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress to support their learning journey.
• Deliver high-quality Read Write Inc. phonics sessions in small groups and one‑to‑one settings.
• Provide tailored support to children, helping to raise attainment in reading, writing, and early numeracy.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Assist in tracking pupil progress and adapting support strategies accordingly.
• Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and a love of learning.

Qualifications

• You hold a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
• You have experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool, or early years setting.
• You are patient, caring, and enthusiastic about supporting children’s development.
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills.

Description of the School

Redhill is a newly built one‑form entry primary school on the edge of Cannock Chase in Staffordshire and has a culture of ambition, high expectations, and aspiration academically and in social behaviours of both staff and students.

Benefits

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only based on working full time, all year – generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: health services designed to support your well‑being
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching) – exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of offers from hundreds of the biggest brands
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust
• Experienced leadership and subject‑specific support
• Guidance from former HMIs and serving Ofsted Inspectors within the Trust
• Access to the Trust’s Institute of Education and SCITT
• Opportunities to work with different schools within the Trust as a Professional Advocate
• Participating in peer reviews
• Access to a suite of online courses
• Placement projects within our family of schools

Salary and Hours

Actual Salary: £19,283 - £19,898
Working hours: Monday to Friday – 32.5 hours – 38 weeks plus 5 inset days