Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

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Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

PLUS additional responsibility as Room Leader (part time and fixed term reviewed annually)

Full Time, Permanent, Term time only

Early Years Practitioner - NJC Point 5 (2 days/13 hours per week); and

Room Leader additional responsibility - NJC Point 15 (3 days/19.5 hours per week)

Actual total salary upon joining £21,629.66 per annum

Paid 44 weeks per year.

Full time hours of 37 hours per week worked Monday to Friday

Four days from 7.30am to 3.30pm and one day from 7.30am to 3pm

(with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break every day).

Assisi Catholic Trust invite applications from enthusiastic, inspiring, and suitably qualified practitioners with experience in early years for our school nursery.

We are keen to hear from practitioners who are driven to enhance their professional skills and possess the potential for development into senior roles in EYFS. For the right candidate we will provide support in gaining Level 5 qualification.

We would like someone who will:

· possess knowledge and effective experience working with children in an early years environment;

· be educated to the required standard for the role and keen to continue their professional development;

· have consistently high expectations of themselves so that behaviour, inclusivity and children's learning are of the highest standard;

· possess high expectations for children's progress;

· promote the Catholic ethos and values of the school;

· effectively demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and equality and maintaining confidentiality; and

· has the ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and carers and other adults.

We can offer you:

· amazing children, with a passion for learning and a committed and motivated staff who love teaching;

· a forward thinking and inclusive school;

· be part of a wider and supportive Trust of Catholic schools;

· a welcoming community who have our children's best interests at heart.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the school office on 01268 683903 or email head@stjosephscanvey.net FAO Mr James Green Headteacher to arrange a visit.

Full details of the post and an application form are available on the school's website St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Website. All applicants must complete an application form. Please send completed application forms to recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com. We are a Catholic School but applications are equally welcome from non-Catholics who support our Catholic ethos.

Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.

Closing Date: 5th July 2026 We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Start Date: 1st September 2026

JOB PURPOSE:

· To assist in the high-quality childcare for children placed in the nursery in a way that will meet their physical, social, emotional, intellectual and developmental needs in a non-sexist and non-racist manner

· To supervise the breakfast club on a shift pattern

· To support as required other staff as required by the SENCO/Headteacher

· To assist with the implementation of the daily routine

· To adhere to all School policies and procedures

DUTIES:

· To help children with feeding, serving meals, changing clothes, toileting and nappies.

· To provide supervision at breakfast club and the preparation of basic food.

· Assist with laundry.

· Help maintain the hygiene standards at all times.

· Provide comfort and support to an unwell child.

· To ensure mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing and communication.

· To report any signs of illness, neglect or apparently non-accidental injury.

· Ensure each child is collected in accordance with the collection procedure.

· Record accidents as instructed.

· To contribute to the implementation of appropriate programmes of activity for the children.

· To have a full understanding of the nursery systems of record keeping and keep full records of activities as appropriate

· To assist in the provision of attractive and stimulating range of equipment, activities and displays, indoors and out, relevant to the ages and needs of the children, which encourages independence, self-confidence, self-motivation and eagerness to learn in line with the EYFS.

· To become familiar with the national standards, EYFS, ECM and Ofsted guidelines and recommendations of good practice and to assist in their implementation.

· To become aware of all children's needs including educational needs, EAL and Gifted and Talented.

· To have a comprehensive knowledge of all the school policies and systems and support the adherence to them.

· To share in the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children within the school.

· To support staff in the meeting and greeting of parents/carers at key drop off and collection times.

· To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery, including ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times.

· Be prepared to help where needed in the preparation and serving of snack meals, cleaning of equipment, doing laundry etc.

· To respect the confidentiality of the information received.

· To be aware of the high profile of the nursery and to uphold its standards at all times.

· To work alongside all other staff to ensure the school ethos is central to every activity and decision.

· To support the nursery in working in partnership with parents/carers by providing an inclusive welcoming environment.

· To be involved in out of hours activities e.g. training, staff meetings, parents evenings etc.

· Any other duties appropriate to the post and as directed by a senior member of staff.

· To be prepared to work towards a nationally recognised qualification and undertake additional training deemed suitable for the fulfilment of the role in the nursery.

GENERAL:

· Comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, equal opportunities, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to an appropriate person.

· Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.

· Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school and respect confidentiality at all times.

· Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies / professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils.

· To attend meetings and training sessions as required.

· At the discretion of the Headteacher, any other activities that are consistent with the nature of the job description.

· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training in discussion with line manager and attend relevant school meetings as required.

· The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

· Experience working with children

· Level 3 Early Years Qualification

· Awareness of relevant policies and procedures

· Good numeracy, reading, writing and ICT skills

· Strong communication skills

· Some SEND knowledge

· Ability to work well with others as well as independently

· Good time management and creativity skills

Information about the School

St Joseph’s is part of the Assisi Catholic Trust of schools. At St Joseph’s, our core values - Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence, guide everything we do. We believe that every child is created in the image of God and deserves to be loved, known and supported to achieve their very best. As a Catholic school, showing love through all our actions is at the centre of our mission, shaping the way we learn, play, collaborate and care for one another.

We are proud of our strong academic outcomes, which exceed national averages and continue to improve year-on-year. These achievements reflect the dedication of our talented staff, the curiosity and enthusiasm of our pupils, and the wonderful partnership we share with parents and our parish community.

Our extensive, beautiful grounds, along with our school swimming pool, provide a unique setting for learning and play. They offer space for exploration, reflection and discovery—supporting children’s wellbeing and enriching their learning experiences across the curriculum.

St Joseph’s is a joyful, vibrant and welcoming place where children thrive academically, spiritually and personally.