Salary: Grade C (£25,989)
Hours: 40 hours per week, all year round – open to part‑time working requests
Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you passionate about giving children the very best start in life? Do you have a nurturing approach, excellent communication skills, and a genuine desire to support our youngest learners as they begin their Holsworthy journey? If so, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
At Holsworthy Primary School, we are proud to be a warm, welcoming community where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are excited to be growing our Early Years provision, having opened our Acorn Nursery for 2‑year‑olds in February, and now preparing to welcome babies into our new baby room this June. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning.
Our approach is inspired by Hygge principles, creating calm, nurturing, and homely environments where children feel secure, relaxed, and ready to explore. We place equal importance on wellbeing and learning, supporting every child to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and stimulating environment for all, building strong partnerships with families and ensuring every member of our community feels a true sense of belonging.
About the Role
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated L3 qualified Foundation Stage Practitioner to join our Early Years team. You will play a key role in supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This role will be working in our Baby Room under the supervision of our Room Leader and Nursery Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high‑quality care, learning, and play opportunities
* Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities in line with EYFS
* Act as a key person, building positive relationships with children and families
* Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
* Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
* Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development
* Work effectively as part of a team and follow nursery/school policies
* Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare requirements
Requirements
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
* Experience working within an EYFS setting (desirable)
* Knowledge of EYFS and child development
* A warm, patient, and enthusiastic approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
* Level 2 Food Hygiene
* Enhanced DBS check (required)
What We Offer
* A welcoming and supportive Primary School environment
* Strong teamwork and leadership support
* Opportunities for professional development and safeguarding training
* A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children’s lives
Closing date for applications: Monday 1st June, 9 am
Holsworthy C of E Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre‑employment safeguarding checks, in line with statutory guidance to safeguarding. Our Child Protection Policy can be found on our school website.
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