Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Vacancy Summary

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner 

Permanent Post, Band 5, SCP 5-6 (£13.26-13.47 per hour) 30 hours per week – Monday to Friday 11.30am to 5.30pm term time only plus 4 training days.

Starting Monday 5^th January 2026 or possibly earlier if appropriate.

Strong Close Nursery School

“Leaders, including those responsible for governance, are unwavering in their commitment to continuous improvement. All decisions are guided by what will best serve the children and their families, reflecting a culture of care, integrity and high ambition.” Ofsted Outstanding In All Areas June 2025

Vacancy Information

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Outstanding In All Areas 2-5-year-old early years inclusive school. At Strong Close Nursery School, we provide care and education for children, with a highly experienced staff team, as well as a designated Specialist Early Years Resourced Provision.

The right candidate will:

• Have obtained the relevant Level 2 Diploma (not certificate) qualification in childcare and hold a paediatric first aid certificate in order to count in staff / child ratios (Training on First Aid can be provided where required and relevant).

• Have an understanding of how to enable young children to learn, including those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.

• Act as a key person for children, liaise with parent/carers and maintain children’s records, observations and assessments on our electronic system.

• Be able to work as a member of a team to support children and their families.
• Have a strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and contribute to planning the curriculum.
• Have experience of working with children aged 2-5 years.
• Have an excitement and proactive, positive approach.

• Have an excitement and proactive, positive approach to supporting children’s learning and development.

• Provide and maintain stimulating learning environments for children both indoors and outdoors.

• Have a commitment to providing the right support to the most vulnerable children by contributing to support plans.

• Have substantial knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and how to plan for and extend children’s interests to enhance their learning.  

• Help and support the children ensuring their safety, and that they have every opportunity to take full advantage of the learning opportunities provided in the school/centre. 

• Ensure that their personal, social, physical, health and welfare needs are met.

• Establish good relationships with the children and their families and act as a role model in responding to their needs in an appropriate manner.

• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all children and their families.

• Help the children and their families to build good relationships and take advantage of the opportunities available in the school.

• Help the children to develop independence and interdependence as appropriate.

Deadline for applications: Monday 13^th October 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 5^th November 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant must have suitable references and a clear Enhanced DBS check before commencing any work. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required. 

Please note: CVs are not accepted for these posts.   

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