Qualified Early Years Practitioner

SchoolRecruiter; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Carer's days

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Job summary

Locking Primary School in Weston-super-Mare seeks a Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join its EYFS provision for children aged 2-4 years. You will support planning, resource development, and high-quality teaching in a collaborative team.

The role requires Level 3 or higher childcare qualification, EYFS experience, and strong safeguarding, communication, and teamwork skills. The post is 24 hours per week during term time with INSET hours; salary is £15,471.31 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above childcare qualification is required.
• Experience with EYFS preferred but not essential.
• Empathy and enjoyment of working with children is essential.
• Good safeguarding knowledge and ability to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Work with nursery and preschool manager to resource and adapt planning.
• Support high-quality teaching and learning across subjects.
• Create stimulating learning environments to develop pupils’ knowledge.
• Collaborate with school community to uphold values and inclusivity.

Skills

EYFS experience

Level 3 childcare qualification

Empathy for children

Communication skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 or above childcare qualification

Job description

## Qualified Early Years Practitioner###* Qualified Early Years PractitionerFast Apply# Qualified Early Years PractitionerEmployerLocation: Weston-super-Mare, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £15,471.31Posted: 23rd September 2026Start Date: 2nd November 2026Expires: 16th October 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1575772Start Date: 2nd November 2026* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1575772* Share :We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Early Years provision at Locking Primary School working with children aged 2-4 years.Locking Primary School is seeking a qualified Early Years Practitioner who is positive, supportive, and committed to working as part of a strong team. The successful candidate will be motivating, flexible, creative, and innovative, and will demonstrate confidence, calmness, consistency, and resourcefulness. Experience supporting EYFS pupils in a classroom environment is desirable but not essential.Become part of a welcoming village school community where every child is encouraged to be resilient, enthusiastic, and aspirational. We focus on nurturing the whole child, fostering a love of learning, and building a strong sense of belonging. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together.**Hours:** 24 hours per week, including 24 INSET hours per academic year (term time only) Tues - Fri 9:30am-3:30pm**Actual salary:** £15,471.31**Closing date:** 16 October 2026**Interview date:** 21 October 2026You will work closely with the nursery and preschool manager to resource and adapt planning, supporting high-quality teaching and learning across all subjects. You will help create stimulating learning environments that enable pupils to develop and expand their knowledge, while working collaboratively with the wider school community to uphold both school and trust values.The role requires an individual who is proactive, energetic, and committed to engaging pupils and fostering their love of learning. You will inspire children to become confident and independent learners, while also being calm, patient, sensitive, and able to provide comfort and reassurance when needed.**You will have*** Level 3 or above relevant childcare qualification* EYFS experience* empathy for and enjoyment of working with children* a working knowledge of effective safeguarding practice* the ability to provide support and guidance whilst promoting learning and respect* strong communication and interpersonal skills* willingness to engage in training and reflection for own development* implementation of inclusivity and diversity, supporting children and barriers to learning* the ability to keep calm under pressure and in challenging situations* to be self-motivated, flexible and solution focused approach* a good team player**What you can expect**We are helping you take care of your future with a pension contribution well above average.We are helping you take care of your family, by offering five paid carer's days (on a pro rata basis). For more information about all of our benefits, please visit our benefits page.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together.We provide quality, ongoing professional development and network opportunities and clear pathways for career growth, enabling you to learn new skills.Join us and help shape a supportive environment where pupils and staff thrive together. Apply today and start making a difference!**This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Locking Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.### Locking Primary SchoolPart of### Extend Learning Academies Network