Nursery Nurse Practitioner

Emat; Northampton (MA); On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an innovative and growing organization committed to providing high-quality education and care for children aged 3 to 7. As a Nursery Nurse Lead Practitioner, you will play a vital role in fostering an inclusive and engaging environment that prioritizes the well-being and development of every child. This role offers numerous professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in early years education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Career and leadership opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Flu jabs for all staff

Cycle to work scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Employee lifestyle savings platform

Generous family leave

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality childcare and education throughout the nursery.
• Work collaboratively with the EYFS staff team.

Job description

Closing Date: 19/05/2025 12:00
Interview Date: 22nd May
Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

Establishment: East Midlands Academy Trust
Location: Shepherdswell Academy
Salary: £20,822 - £21,491
Department: EYFS (MAT)
Job Type: Part Time

Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: TTO - Term time only
Hours per Week: 37.50
Weeks per Year: 44.6
Pay Grade: NJC APT&C Staff | SCP 3 - SCP 5

The Role

Your career #EMATters! We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Nurse Lead Practitioner who thinks beyond the classroom. We are an organisation that recognises and values its diverse workforce. Join us at EMAT to be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact.

About EMAT

East Midlands Academy Trust is an exciting, innovative, and growing organisation where we strive to do things differently, aligned with our core values and purpose: that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust was incorporated in July 2012 to establish, maintain, manage, and develop academies and free schools as world-class centres of excellence. We are a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all-through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle, and five primary schools across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools.
• A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Flu jabs for all staff.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including an online GP.
• Access to an employee lifestyle savings platform.
• Generous family leave.

About the School

Shepherdswell is a growing academy in Milton Keynes, offering excellent learning and enrichment opportunities for pupils aged 3 to 7.

It is a two-form entry infant school on the Springfield Estate with capacity for 180 children across foundation stage and key stage one, including a six-pupil place social communication department.

The children at Shepherdswell are eager to learn and proud of their achievements, their school, and community. Our staff are committed to their welfare and work as a team to ensure growth and achievement.

We are part of the East Midlands Academy Trust, which offers professional development and support opportunities along with employee benefits.

At Shepherdswell Academy, we believe children are at the centre of all we do. We uphold a strong inclusive ethos, have a social communication department and preschool, and encourage all children to grow through engaging, fun, and challenging learning experiences. We foster positive relationships with parents, families, and the wider community, including offering activities like forest school.

General Roles and Responsibilities

Working with the EYFS staff team to deliver high-quality childcare and education throughout the nursery.

We have internal recruitment processes and do not accept speculative CVs. If agency assistance is needed, we will contact trusted partners. The advert may be withdrawn early if a suitable candidate is found.

EMAT is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to child protection screening, checks with past employers, and DBS clearance. References will be obtained before interviews.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or age.

EMAT promotes a “Speak Up” culture encouraging staff to raise concerns about risk or wrongdoing without fear of blame. Staff are responsible for supporting colleagues in raising concerns and proactively addressing issues.

EMAT is committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults, with all appointments subject to DBS checks and satisfactory references.

We promote equality, challenge discrimination, and foster community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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