EYFS Practitioner

The Wings’ CE Trust; Atherton; On-site; GBP 16,650 - 20,350; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Online training library

Job summary

The Wings CE Trust is seeking a caring EYFS Practitioner to join the Early Years team at St Mark’s CE Primary School in Wigan. You will help deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, creating a safe, stimulating learning environment and supporting children aged 0–5 with diverse learning needs.

The role is permanent, 32 hours per week, term time (38 weeks per year) with a salary of £18,500 per year.

Qualifications

• Holds a full and relevant Level 2 qualification (or above) in Early Years, Childcare or Play work.
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 years with a range of learning needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Patient, caring, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.
• Understanding of health and safety, child development and relevant educational policies.
• Understands safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging play and learning activities.
• Establish positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions for additional needs where required.
• Promote inclusion, safeguarding and equal opportunities for all children.
• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Monitor and record children's progress and achievements.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support social and emotional development.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers on children's progress under the Lead Practitioner's guidance.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork

Education

Level 2 (Early Years/Childcare/Play work)

Job description

Please note the employer for this position is not Wigan Council

The Wings CE Trust

Based at:

St Mark’s CE Primary School

Alexandra Street
Wigan
WN5 9DS

Salary: Grade 3, £18,500 per annum. £13.26 per hour

32 hours per week, term time, working 38 weeks per year

Permanent

Required for as soon as satisfactory references and check complete

As a Church school trust, our schools are shaped by a clear Christian vision that underpins policy, practice and relationships, enabling all members of the school community to flourish. This vision informs our commitment to inclusive education, high expectations and the wellbeing of all. All staff, regardless of role or personal faith, are expected to support and contribute to the distinctive Christian character of our schools, uphold each school’s vision and values in their daily work, and promote an environment in which every child is known, valued and enabled to thrive academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated EYFS Practitioner to join our thriving Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity to support our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey and develop the skills, confidence, and curiosity that will help them succeed throughout their time at school.

As an EYFS Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and creating a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment for all children.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging play and learning activities.
• Establishing positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting children with additional needs, including providing one-to-one and small group interventions where required.
• Promoting inclusion, safeguarding and equal opportunities for all children.
• Assisting with the planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Monitoring and recording children's progress and achievements.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting children's social and emotional development.
• Providing feedback to parents and carers on children's progress under the guidance of the Lead Practitioner.

The successful candidate would:

• Hold a full and relevant Level 2 qualification (or above) in Early Years, Childcare or Play work, or an appropriate Early Years Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Has experience working with children aged 0-5 years with a range of learning needs.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Is passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Is patient, caring, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.
• Understanding of health and safety, child development and relevant educational policies.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

The Wings’ CE Trust can offer:

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors, and parents.
• A team of dedicated and hardworking staff
• A welcoming and friendly Christian ethos
• Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Closing Date: 28/08/2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

If you require any further information, please contact the school on [e-mail]

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

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