SPECIALIST PRE SCHOOL - Nursery Practitioner x 2

Dudley Council; Telford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local authority in Telford is seeking a Specialist Pre School - Nursery Practitioner for a permanent position, working with children in an Early Years setting. Candidates must hold a level 3 qualification in childcare and have experience in Early Years. This role involves supporting staff and children, ensuring a nurturing environment, and planning individual activities. Competitive annual salary of £19,760.48, with additional benefits including pension and work wear provided.

Benefits

Work Place Pension Scheme – NEST

Work wear provided

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Must have an NVQ level 3 or higher qualification in childcare or equivalent.
• Experience of working in Early Years is essential.
• Good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection is required.

Responsibilities

• Support staff and children in the Early Years setting.
• Ensure high standards of care and a nurturing environment.
• Plan activities based on observations to support individual development.

Skills

Childcare experience

Early Years Framework understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Activity planning

Education

NVQ level 3 or higher in childcare

Job description

Specialist Pre School - Nursery Practitioner (Two posts)

Permanent Post • 38 hours per week: Monday to Friday • Term Time only

Location: Phoenix Centre, Wordsley DY8 5PY

Annual Salary £19,760.48 – pro rata averaged monthly pay = £1,646.71 per month
(Base Salary £12.25/hour = £18,921.75 per annum + holiday pay = £1,838.73 per annum)

An annual pay review is undertaken by the Trustees in March of each year.

Work Place Pension Scheme – NEST.

Work wear provided, plus Free parking on site.

Responsibilities and role overview: The individual will work within our outstanding special needs Early Years setting to support both staff and young children, ensuring the highest standards of care while fostering a nurturing and therapeutic environment.

The suitable candidates must have the following qualifications and experience:

• An NVQ level 3 or higher qualification in childcare or equivalent
• Experience of working in Early Years
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework alongside the engagement for learning and welfare requirements, ensuring a safe, caring, stimulating environment to enable the social, emotional and educational development
• Experience of setting up a wide range of activities for all areas of learning, particularly with children with SEN needs, using observations to assess progress and plan further activities to support individual development
• Good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection, Health and Safety, Food Safety, Confidentiality and Whistle Blowing
• Experience of completing risk assessments, care plans and reporting accidents/incidents

Other requirements: The Phoenix Centre has a duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, promote British Values and have knowledge of the Prevent Duty. Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by the employer) and provide two satisfactory references prior to employment.

How to apply: Please see the attachment for an application form and Job description. Fill the application form in accordingly and email it back to [e-mail].

Closing date for all applications is 31st August 2025.

The Phoenix Centre is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Dudley Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. All online applications should be submitted via WM Jobs; if assistance is required contact the HR Resourcing Team.

Equality, safeguarding and privacy: The Council will check information provided for accuracy and may share information internally and with external organisations as required by law. The Council’s privacy and disclaimer statement can be accessed on the website.

Attached documents: job description level 3 updated.doc; new application form.doc

Company information: Dudley Council – Website: http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ | Telephone: [phone]