JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Early Years Practitioner

JOB OVERVIEW

Summary of role
The role of an Early years Practitioner is to inspire, excite and nurture children through a crucial stage of their development. The
aim is to motivate children and use resources imaginatively to help them learn. You will provide a safe and secure environment
for them to develop their social and communication skills, while recording observations and summarising their achievements.

Reports to: Nursery Manager

KEY TASKS

Planning Learning

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Plan rich and stimulating learning activities that achieve good progression in pupils’ understanding by:
Identifying clear learning objectives and learning content, appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils
being taught
Setting exciting and intriguing tasks for whole class learning, small group learning and self-initiated,
exploratory learning.
Setting clear targets for pupils’ learning that build on prior attainment
Identifying pupils who: - have special educational needs - are high attainers - are not yet fluent in English
Ensure that learning is appropriately differentiated so that the learning is well pitched and all pupils are
challenged at their current level of understanding.
Create a high quality, rich, stimulating and enabling learning environment containing items that will
capture pupils’ attention and lead to independent exploration.

•  Make effective use of assessment information on pupils’ attainment and progress when teaching and in

planning future learning.
Plan opportunities to develop pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

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Teaching and classroom management

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Ensure effective teaching of the whole class, and of groups and individuals within the whole class setting,
so that learning objectives are met, and pupils’ learning time is used efficiently.
Establish and maintain a purposeful learning atmosphere.
Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviours, establishing, and maintaining a good standard of discipline
through well focused, engaging teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
Establish a safe, clean and secure learning environment which promotes pupils’ confidence.

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•  Use teaching methods which capture pupils’ interest and maintain their engagement through: offering rich,

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captivating learning activities, setting the highest expectations for all pupils
Clearly establishing a purpose for learning, placing it within a context
Effective questioning that includes open and closed questions, together with the use of probing,
supplementary questions
Providing frequent opportunities for pupils to learn through talk and interaction
Stimulating intellectual curiosity and communicating enthusiasm for learning

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•  Matching the teaching approaches used to the learning and development area of the curriculum and the

age of the pupils being taught

•  Modelling good language use to children
•  Modelling good social skills to children
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Clear instruction, effective modelling and accurate explanation
listening carefully to pupils, analysing their responses and responding constructively in order to take their
learning forward
Selecting and making good use of ICT and other learning resources which enable learning objectives to be
met

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Providing opportunities to develop pupils’ wider understanding by relating their learning to ‘real life’.

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•  Be familiar with the Code of Practice on the identification and assessment of special educational needs

and, as part of the responsibilities under the Code, create and review One Plans for pupils with identified
special educational needs.
Evaluate your own teaching critically and use this to improve your effectiveness.

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Management and administration

•  Be responsible for the line management of teaching assistants in the Nursery including their performance

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management as required.
Participate in administrative and organisational tasks related to the responsibilities described above.
Support students on placement in Early Years Foundation Stage classes.
Foster close relationships with parents/carers and the wider community. Assist them to support their
child’s learning at home. Present a positive image of the school to all other stakeholders. 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

Essential

Desirable

•  Foundation Degree or BA in Early Years (B.Ed)
•  Qualified teacher status (QTS)
•  Early years teacher status (EYTS)
•  Early years professional status (EYPS)

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Experience of, and commitment to, outdoor
learning.

•  A knowledge and understanding of the use of a
range of media to teach and assess children’s
progress.

Qualifications

•  NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in childcare

Experience

Knowledge

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Excellent understanding of the EYFS
curriculum and requirements
Experience within the Ea...

Job Description
Early Years Practitioner

Job Description:          Early Years Practitioner

Status and Hours:        Full Time; 52 weeks; 40 hours per week

(excludes 30 min lunch).

Responsible to:          Nursery Lead

It is expected that all Early Years Practitioners will be fully aware of and will implement
the school’s policies on child protection, Health and Safety and management of
children’s behaviour. This will require attendance at relevant inservice training.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Interacting effectively and enthusiastically with children

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•  Motivating and supporting children’s participation in learning experiences

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appropriate to their needs
Promoting and valuing each individual child and supporting their care and
welfare in accordance with standards set by the Care Inspectorate

•  Monitoring and tracking
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Promoting equality and awareness of cultural diversity, ensuring that every child
experiences a fair and friendly environment
Providing a suitable role model for children and encouraging high standards of
behaviour
Planning, implementing and evaluating child-centred learning experiences in
line with the early level of the Curriculum for Excellence and Pre-Birth to
Three: Positive Outcomes for Scotland’s Children and Families
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Consulting with children and parents and carers during the planning process
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Involving children in the setting and clearing up of practical activities
•  Observing and assessing children using a range of methods including skilful

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questioning and dialogue
Liaising with parents on day-to-day matters concerning their children’s welfare
and development and offering appropriate support
Recording observations regularly, contributing to children’s profiles
Communication with parents, formally and informally on the wellbeing and
progress of children
Reporting to Nursery Lead any observations/concerns in relation to children and
their development
Engaging in continuous professional development to keep abreast of current
developments and trends as well as statutory requirements
Taking responsibility for implementing whole school and Nursery policies
Encouraging children to adopt good hygiene practice e.g. hand washing and
tooth brushing

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General Duties and responsibilities

•  Working as part of a team, maintaining good communication

and flexibility where required

•  Making contributions at staff meetings and INSET days
•  Promoting parental participation and effective partnerships with parents and

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the community
Liaising with and develop positive and productive relationships with
professionals from a wide range of agencies, including Health and Social Work
and contribute to joint reports, review meetings or case conferences as
appropriate
Liaising with staff working at other stages to promote continuity in particular
for children at points of transition

•  Assessing the workplace on a daily basis and report potential hazards
•  Ensuring that the indoor and outdoor play environments are safe and secure
•  Ensuring that all playrooms and communal areas are kept tidy and well

maintained

•  Mounting and display children’s work in the nursery and foyer areas
•  Following infection control procedures at all times
•  Assisting in the organisation management and replenishment of resources
•  Contributing to the evaluation of the work of the team and participating in
activities which support evaluation of the establishment’s work using the
National Care Standards

•  Making positive contributions to the strategic and operational planning

process

•  Participating in staff development and review
•  Participating in the training of students and/or work experience pupils
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Supporting the Christian ethos of Hamilton College

Additional Duties at the direction of the School Management

These duties are not exhaustive and additional duties may be required from time to
time to ensure the safe and smooth running of the Nursery.

December 2025

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Early Years Practitioner

BS3 Community Development is searching for a new Early Years Practitioner to help our little friends to grow, learn and flourish in our nursery rooms.

Who we are…

BS3 Community Development is an independent charity-run nursery working across two sites: The Southville Centre, Southville BS3 1QG and the Chessel Centre, Bedminster BS3 3DN. Our charity aims to improve the lives and well-being of people who live and work within the BS3 postcode and we are looking for our newest team member to help us achieve this goal.

Who you are…

You enjoy the company of others, are happy to get messy, to sing songs, to dance and laugh.

You must be a practitioner qualified to Level 2 or above. You are passionate about supporting children as they take their first steps into the world. You will be interested in their individual development, supportive of their needs and excited to inspire and scaffold learning each day that they spend with us at nursery.

You will be committed to providing our nursery friends with a secure, warm, and caring environment. You will see the potential in all the children in our care and will work closely with our team to create interesting opportunities for each child to develop and shine. We are looking for someone who can bring new concepts, ideas, and passion to their work, helping to support the Lead Practitioner in leading and developing the team.

Whilst this is a full-time position, we are committed to supporting healthy life-work balance for our team and can be flexible for the right person. We support working parents, part-time students, and individuals with Carer’s responsibility.

Our promise to our staff…

We are committed to supporting our staff team to help them fulfil their ambitions, with 20% of our early years team currently undertaking CPD training. We understand how important the Early Years role is, and the difference that you make to each child in your care, and we are passionate about providing you with space and support to develop and grow in your career in this field.

We want to add value to our children’s experiences with us, and our staff’s development, and are involved in the Bristol Standard, the Ambitious Two-Year Olds Project and the Bristol City Council Refugees Project. Internally, we invite staff to participate in special interest action groups, including our Garden and Outdoor Learning Committee and our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging group.

We provide each team member with a supervisor for career development and are always looking for ways to enhance our holistic approach to working for the charity.

We are excited to hear your thoughts on these, and many other, exciting projects that enhance our practice, and develop how we care for and educate the children in our care.

HOURS: 40 hours per week, permanent contract

RATE OF PAY: £26,487.12 to £27,321.36 per annum, £12.70 to £13.10 per hour. Depending on qualification.

HOLIDAY: 31 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays), with additional long service annual leave days. 

BENEFITS: Pension scheme, subsidised under-five’s childcare, external employee assistance provision, training and development opportunities, and a birthday day off work. 

QUALIFICATIONS: We are accepting those qualified to level 2, working towards level 3, or already level 3.

CLOSING DATE: Please submit your application by 6th of February 2026.

SAFEGUARDING NOTE: As this role is working in a “regulated activity” according to the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate (DBS).

We are committed to equality and diversity and are actively seeking people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

We know that to successfully fulfil our vision (aim) we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. Let us know if you require any adaptations or further support to apply for this job.

Please email jobs@bs3community.org.uk for an application pack.

If you are offered an EYP role you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.

We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join one of our nurseries in Milton Keynes, we have vacancies at a number of our Nurseries within Milton Keynes at the following sites:

• Castlethorpe
• Bletchley
• Emberton
• Kents Hill
• The Open University campus
• Wolverton Mill

Please let us know which nursery you are interetsted in. We may have a discusion with you regarding location based on your sutiability and experience. To see our locations, go to: https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/Pages/Category/find-a-nursery

Ideally, the role will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 0730 and 18.15. Part time may be considered.

We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 30 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit organisation, we place our children’s well-being at the heart of our work.

We very much welcome candidates that are looking to progress their personal career development due to future opportunities in the pipeline within the location of MK.

The ideal candidate will be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic about outdoor learning and creative play, as well as a good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Apply today or get in touch with our HR team for an information chat on: 01908 510309 or email: recruitment@acornearlyyears.org.uk

Successful applicants must be able to provide ‘right to work in the UK’ documentation, provide two satisfactory references and undertake an enhanced DBS check prior commencing employment.

INDHP

Benefits:

• Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
• 65% childcare discount for the hours worked
• Generous family leave
• Christmas closure
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more)
• 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cyclescheme
• Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Pay advances for when times are tough
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme

If you are offerred an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. 

We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join the newest nursery in our group at our nursery in Wolverton Mill, Milton Keynes.

The role will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 0730 and 18.15.

We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 35 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit organisation, we place our children’s well-being at the heart of our work..

The ideal candidate will be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic about outdoor learning and creative play, as well as a good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Apply today or get in touch with our HR team for an information chat on: 01908 510309 or email: hr@acornearlyyears.org.uk

Successful applicants must be able to provide ‘right to work in the UK’ documentation, provide two satisfactory references and undertake an enhanced DBS check prior commencing employment.

INDHP

Benefits:

Working at Acorn

As a thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making Acorn a safe, nurturing and fun place for our children to be, we offer:

• Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
• 65% Childcare discount
• Generous family leave
• Christmas closure
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more)
• 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cyclescheme
• Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Pay advances for when times are tough
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme

Job reference:000795

Salary:£27,229 - £30,593 per annum (Pt 16D to Pt 22D depending on qualifications and experience)

Employment type:Permanent

Services:Nursery – Puddle Lane

Hours Per Week:Full-time - 37 hours

Closing date:03/02/2026

Job Description

Who are we?

Puddle Lane Early Learning and Childcare Centre is part of the Kibble Group, which is ultimately governed by Miss Elizabeth Kibble’s Trust. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our professional team of early learning & childcare practitioners.

The successful candidate will have experience of working with pre five children in a relevant setting and knowledge of Scotland’s new national practice guidance ‘Realising the Ambition’, the Early Years Framework and Curriculum for Excellence, with strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

As a member of the Early Years workforce, you will bring the skills and enthusiasm to provide a safe, caring and stimulating nursery environment for all children in formal and informal learning. You will assist in developing strong partnership with families, including creating and facilitating fair input, communication and information sharing with all parents/carers. You will contribute to the planning of a play-based curriculum that offers rich opportunities to equip our children with the skills, attributes, and dispositions necessary for them to thrive in an ever-changing world, meeting the needs of the individual child and have a positive attitude towards working with children.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate should:

• have an HNC or SVQ Level 3 in Early Learning and Childcare (or equivalent).
• have knowledge of Early Curriculum for Excellence.Level
• experience in working with 0-5-year age range.
• SSSC registration.
• contribute to the delivery of a high-quality Early Years’ Service.
• good report writing and record keeping skills.

Staff Benefits at Kibble

• Learning continues with opportunities for further training, job variety and funded study
• Healthcare significantly contributes to expenses such as dental treatments, new glasses and contact lenses
• Money off shopping and events from Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners
• Discounts are available for childcare through Puddle Lane children’s nursery
• Immediate access to confidential counselling helps you prioritise self-care
• Wellbeing perks continue with Cycle to Work and generous holidays

Notes:

• This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time, however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post.
• Notwithstanding any information or statement described within this job outline, all duties must be carries out in a way that promotes equality or opportunity, dignity, and respect for all individuals and which is consistent with Kibble's stated policy on equal opportunities.
• The Successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis.
• Appointments will be subject to a twelve month probationary period.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE:

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER

REQUIREMENT

ESSENTIAL/
DESIRABLE

1.  Knowledge/Qualifications

Knowledge and understanding of the development and learning needs of
all young children

The current government guidance for early years

An NVQ III in Child Care or Equivalent

 IT skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

2.  Experience

Essential

Essential

Essential

Desirable

Essential

Essential

Experience of working in an Early Years setting

Desirable

Positive experience of team work in an early year’s organisation.

Desirable

Self-motivated and confident

Essential

3.  Skills

Ability to listen to and communicate effectively with children, young
people and adults.

Essential

Ability to communicate effectively with service users and other
stakeholders.

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team in a demanding environment

Essential

Committed to child centred practice and working with parents

Essential

4.  Circumstances/Health

Staff will have to abide by Howgill’s Smoking Policy which does not
permit smoking at work.

Essential

Full clean driving licence/own car or access to an operator of a car
with a full clean driving licence.

Desirable

Flexible working pattern

5.  Managing diversity

Essential

Candidates must be able to recognise the unique potential that
individuals from differing backgrounds, experiences and perspectives
bring in line with Howgill’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

Essential

6.  Howgill Ethos and Values

Candidates must be able to respect Howgill’s ethos and work in
accordance with Howgill’s values

Essential

TITLE OF POST:

 Early Years Practitioner

LOCATION:

Howgill Family Centre, Cleator Moor and various settings

HOWGILL MISSION STATEMENT
Creating Opportunities for Children and Families
The Howgill Family Centre will work to build, healthier, safer communities where children,
young people and families are valued, respected and encouraged to achieve their potential.

PURPOSE OF POST:
To assist in the delivery of quality early years sessions.

RESPONSIBLE TO:
The Board of Trustees is the legal employer for this post and exercises all the usual
responsibilities attendant on this.

The Early Years Practitioner reports to the Early Years Setting Manager

MAIN DUTIES:

Early Years
To assist with the planning, organisation and maintain a learning environment appropriate to
the developmental needs and interests of children in the varied sessional care, full day care
and crèche sessions.

To help foster an environment where children’s emotional and social development will
flourish.

To assist the Early Years Setting Manager and Early Years Setting Deputy Manager where
and when necessary and be guided by them in delegation of tasks and working
arrangements.

To work as part of a team of providers of early years education and development sharing
responsibilities where necessary.

To help provide within the setting, a balanced, structured curriculum paying due regard to
current research on how children learn, and with particular reference to learning from first-
hand experience, play and talk, and the development of appropriate skills and early literacy.

To be responsible by agreement for particular indoor and outdoor learning areas and
activities, and to plan, prepare and display appropriate materials.

To encourage children to be independent in personal skills in feeding, changing and toileting
 supporting them where necessary

To attend and contribute to meetings and training sessions when required.

To be a key person for a group of children, to observe their learning and complete up to date
profiles of children’s development and progress working in partnership with parents and other
members of staff.

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To support children with additional needs in the settings as required.

To deputise for other posts when necessary.

To provide comfort for sick children and to administer First Aid in line with existing policies
and legislation.

To administer medication when necessary, in accordance with the Nursery Policy.

To work with the students aiding in the development and supporting process.

To have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity for children and families.

To work closely with colleagues in children’s services, health, schools and a range of other
partner agencies in supporting a holistic approach to children and their families.

To assist with the keeping of registers, records and information required for evaluation
purposes as required.

To be flexible to work in other nursery settings when required

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To comply with all the policies and procedures of the Howgill Family Centre.

To maintain strict confidentiality procedures at all times.

To maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the
job and participate in appropriate training activities.

To undertake Health and Safety duties commensurate with the post and/ or as detailed in the
centres Health and Safety policy.

This post is subject to a criminal record check under the arrangements established by the
Disclosure and Barring Service.

The duties described in the job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes
equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and service and is
consistent with Howgills Equal Opportunity Policy.

The job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies
a level of responsibility at which the post holder will be required to work. In the interests of
effective working, major tasks will be reviewed from time to time to reflect the changing needs
and circumstances. Such reviews and other consequential changes will be carried out in
consultation with the post holder. The post holder will also be required to carry out such
duties as may be determined from time to time to be within the general scope of the post.

Job Description E/Years Practitioner             2

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EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Main Role:
To support the care, development and learning of young children aged 3-5 within a pre-school setting.

Care and welfare:
  To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 3-5 years.
  Assist within a team to ensure the health and safety of children in a range of settings in compliance with health

and safety guidelines.

  Support children with additional support needs.
  Ensure that safety standards and emergency procedures are maintained e.g. familiarisation with fire drill and

evacuation procedures.

  Supervise and assist children with personal care tasks including toileting, dressing and feeding, following the

guidelines of the establishment.

  To be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Main activities:
  To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors at all times.
  To ensure records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register, accident and incident books.
  To maintain individual tracking and observation logs.
  To liaise closely with parents/carers.
  To support the work of the school by contributing to a welcoming and positive ethos.
  When requested and agreed participate and contribute positively to meetings, including parents meetings and

staff meetings.

  Be a positive role model.
  Contribute to the early years team by sharing good practice and supporting new initiatives.
  To have at least one key area within Pre-school to take responsibility for.
  Provide opportunities to participate in quality adult/child interaction to promote children’s development

including the acquisition of literacy and maths skills.

  To plan activities which ensure each child is working towards the Early Level outcomes in Curriculum for

Excellence.

Continuous development:
  When requested participate in the school professional development and review processes.
  When requested participate in negotiated training to support professional and personal development.
  To attend relevant training and courses out-with pre-school to enhance your continuous professional learning.

Terms of the Role:
Salary:

Working hours:
Reports to:
Pension:
Fee remission:

The post offers a competitive salary, depending on experience.
Complimentary refreshments, including lunch, are offered during term time.
Term Time, Monday - Friday, 0800 - 1600
Deputy Head
The School offers a workplace pension
Fee remission for staff children attending Craigclowan Prep School and Glenalmond College.
Reciprocal discount with many local independent senior schools for staff children after they
leave us.

Person Specification
Early Years Practitioner

CRITERIA
Qualifications

Previous Experience

Professional Development

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal Skills

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ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

•  SCQF 6 – 9, SVQ Level 3,

HNC

•  Experience in an Early

Years setting

•  Evidence of further training,

study or professional
development suitable to the
role

•  Knowledge of child
development

•  Knowledge of Health and

Care Standards

•  Care Inspectorate policies

and guidelines

•  SSSC Codes of Practice
•  Ability to communicate

effectively with children,
parents and colleagues.
•  Ability to work as part of

team

•  Good numeracy, literacy

and ICT skills

•  Ability to prioritise work
load according to the
requirements of the
Nursery

•  Good level of organisation
and time management

•  Supportive, caring,

enthusiastic and motivated

•  Committed to partnership

working

•  Ability to work flexibly
•  High level of interpersonal

skills

•  Ability to motivate others
•  Understanding of the

importance of
confidentiality

•  Reliable
•  Approachable
•  Ability to reflect upon
practice and drive own
personal development

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Early Years Practitioner

JOB OVERVIEW

Summary of role
The role of an Early Years Practitioner is to inspire, excite and nurture children through a crucial stage of their development. The
aim is to motivate children and use resources imaginatively to help them learn. You will provide a safe and secure environment
for them to develop their social and communication skills, while recording observations and summarising their achievements.

Reports to: Nursery Manager
Reports in:  None

KEY TASKS

Planning Learning

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

Plan rich and stimulating learning activities that achieve good progression in pupils’ understanding by:
Identifying clear learning objectives and learning content, appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils
being taught
Setting exciting and intriguing tasks for whole class learning, small group learning and self-initiated,
exploratory learning.
Setting clear targets for pupils’ learning that build on prior attainment.
Identifying pupils who: - have special educational needs - are high attainers - are not yet fluent in English
Ensure that learning is appropriately differentiated so that the learning is well pitched and all pupils are
challenged at their current level of understanding.
Create a high quality, rich, stimulating and enabling learning environment containing items that will
capture pupils’ attention and lead to independent exploration.

  Make effective use of assessment information on pupils’ attainment and progress when teaching and in

planning future learning.
Plan opportunities to develop pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

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Teaching and classroom management

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

Ensure effective teaching of the whole class, and of groups and individuals within the whole class setting,
so that learning objectives are met, and pupils’ learning time is used efficiently.
Establish and maintain a purposeful learning atmosphere.
Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviours, establishing, and maintaining a good standard of discipline
through well focused, engaging teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
Establish a safe, clean and secure learning environment which promotes pupils’ confidence.


  Use teaching methods which capture pupils’ interest and maintain their engagement through offering rich,




captivating learning activities, setting the highest expectations for all pupils.
Clearly establishing a purpose for learning, placing it within a context
Effective questioning that includes open and closed questions, together with the use of probing,
supplementary questions
Providing frequent opportunities for pupils to learn through talk and interaction.
Stimulating intellectual curiosity and communicating enthusiasm for learning



  Matching the teaching approaches used to the learning and development area of the curriculum and the

age of the pupils being taught.

  Modelling good language use to children
  Modelling good social skills to children



Clear instruction, effective modelling and accurate explanation
listening carefully to pupils, analysing their responses and responding constructively in order to take their
learning forward.
Selecting and making good use of ICT and other learning resources which enable learning objectives to be
met



Providing opportunities to develop pupils’ wider understanding by relating their learning to ‘real life’.


  Be familiar with the Code of Practice on the identification and assessment of special educational needs

and, as part of the responsibilities under the Code, create and review One Plans for pupils with identified
special educational needs.
Evaluate your own teaching critically and use this to improve your effectiveness.



Management and administration

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

Participate in administrative and organisational tasks related to the responsibilities described above.
Foster close relationships with parents/carers and the wider community. Assist them to support their
child’s learning at home. Present a positive image of the school to all other stakeholders. 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.

Additional Responsibilities for Qualified Practitioners and Room Leaders:
  Be responsible for the line management of teaching assistants in the Nursery including their performance

management as required.
Support students on placement in Early Years Foundation Stage classes.

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Person Specification

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

  GCSE qualification in English and Maths

  Qualification in Health and Social Care
  NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent in childcare
  Foundation Degree or BA in Early Years (B.Ed)
  Qualified teacher status (QTS)
  Early years teacher status (EYTS)
  Early years professional status (EYPS)

Experience

  An understanding of the EYFS curriculum

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Experience of, and commitment t...

Early  Years  Practitioner

(L3  Qualified  Desirable)

Permanent

From 0.6-1 FTE

Information for prospective
members of staff

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Appointment of an Early Years Practitioner

St Joseph’s College is seeking to appoint an Early Years Practitioner, who is either Level
3 qualified or willing to complete the training, for an immediate start. This is an exciting
opportunity for a skilled practitioner to join our friendly and supportive school.

The full-time working hours are 42.5 hours a week Monday to Friday and the contract is
for 50 weeks per year. The role is offered between 0.6-1 FTE and hours will be discussed
at interview.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Early application is encouraged as we reserve
the right to close the vacancy as soon as we find the right candidate.

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Message from the Head,
Mrs Laura Stotesbury

Thank you for your interest in St Joseph’s College.
I am delighted that you are considering our school
and I trust that this recruitment pack will provide
you with the information you require both about
the post and the College.

I believe that this is an exciting time to be joining St Joseph’s College. There
has been a significant growth in the pupil roll over the last few years and
the governors are continually looking to invest in the facilities. There is a real
appetite for what we have to offer as both an educational establishment and
an employer.

The College seeks to be a school which places an emphasis on providing an
all-round education: academic, pastoral, social and spiritual, where pupils
develop the attributes of commitment, collaboration, confidence,
communication and compassion through the various aspects of school life.
The College is a very happy place, and staff enjoy working here.

I hope that you will want to apply for this post. I recognise that much time
and thought goes into preparing an application and we, in turn, will give your
application serious consideration.

Mrs Laura Stotesbury
Head

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About the Prep School

Pupils join Pre-Reception from the age of three and, through the forward-thinking curriculum in place at the College,
pupils develop high levels of skills and expectations. The successful candidate will work with the Head of EYFS in
motivating and inspiring the pupils to enjoy and value their learning.

You will provide a safe and secure environment for them to develop their social and communication skills, while recording
observations and summarising their achievements.

You will be primarily based in the Pre-Reception class working with pupils aged 3-4 years and you will be supported by
a number of Early Years Practitioners. Specialist teachers take the Pre-Reception pupils for lessons in PE and Music and
teaching and learning in the classroom is varied and adaptive, using diverse resources and thinking skills. Each classroom is
equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard and the College uses Read Write Inc. as our phonics programme and reading
takes place daily.

Assessment is completed in line with helping the pupils work to achieve the Early Learning Goals and supporting the
successful transition to the Infant Section of the Prep School. Through the pastoral support, regular assemblies and
structure of the school day, pupils are encouraged to adopt a strong work ethic and begin to develop independent
learning skills. Pupils of all ages are expected to think for themselves and to think of other people.

The successful candidate needs to be a dedicated professional who is prepared to work collaboratively in a close-knit
team. They will need to be enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate about education and pupil progress.

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Conditions of Service

The role is offered between 0.6-1 FTE and hours will be discussed at interview.

The full-time working hours are 42.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, and the contract is for 50 weeks per year.  The working
schedule will be agreed in advance between the hours of 7.30-6pm (on a rota basis) and you are entitled to 20 days paid
annual leave, plus public and bank holidays, which you will be required to take as they fall. The hourly rate will depend on
experience and qualifications of the appointed candidate and the school has a pension scheme in operation.

Training for the Level 3 Childcare qualification may be available for the right candidate.

About the Role
The post-holder will be responsible in the first instance to the Head of Early Years and, during term time, to the Early Years
Teacher. During Holiday Club that responsibility passes to the Head of Holiday Club.

Duties and Responsibilities
Our Pre-Reception delivers an early education programme which aims at supporting each pupil’s personal, social, academic,
physical and emotional development. The Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum is followed and there is a mixture of child
and teacher-initiated learning. The Senior EYP is responsible for setting up enabling classroom environments which capture
pupils’ curiosity and giv...