We are working with a nursery school in Wolverhampton that is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their supportive team of Teaching Assistants and Class Teachers, delivering high-quality EYFS provision. The school is rated GOOD by Ofsted and offers a welcoming environment with a strong focus on the EYFS framework, Reception readiness, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Collaboration between TAs and Class Teachers is central to the school’s approach and success.
The role involves supporting children on a 1:1 basis, as well as assisting during group activities, continuous provision, and indoor play sessions. The school is looking for someone with experience working with nursery‑aged children, including those with additional or attentional needs.
This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:15am to 3:45pm, and is expected to run until the end of the summer term in July.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing early‑year setting where teamwork between Teaching Assistants and Class Teachers plays a vital role in supporting children’s development.
Job role
* Support delivery of high‑quality EYFS provision in line with the National Curriculum.
* Work within a supportive Primary School environment focused on Reception and early learning outcomes.
* Collaborate with TA colleagues to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
* Support the Class Teacher in planning, assessment and day‑to‑day classroom routines.
* Provide care and learning support within nursery and 2‑year‑old provision settings.
* Promote safeguarding, behaviour support and positive early years development.
Required skills and experience
* Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
* At least one Level 3 qualified practitioner must usually be present in each room/age group.
* At least 50% of remaining staff must hold a full and relevant Level 2 qualification.
* Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or Level 3 Early Years Educator.
* Cache/NVQ childcare qualifications.
* Certain degrees in Early Childhood Studies.
* Previous UK school experience is essential.
* Strong understanding of EYFS, Reception and Key Stage 1 (KS1) frameworks.
* Knowledge of Key Stage 2 (KS2) transition support beneficial.
* Experience working in nursery or early years settings as a Nursery Practitioner.
* Ability to support inclusive learning within a Primary School environment.
Benefits
* £92.56 to £100 a day which equates to £18,049 to £19,500 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year.
* Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
* Pension Contributions.
* Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
* Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
* Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.
This position is in Wolverhampton, easily commutable from Bilston, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Telford and surrounding areas. The Primary School offers excellent transport links and a supportive early year’s environment ideal for professionals working in EYFS, Reception and nursery provision within a collaborative school community.
Interested in this Early Years Practitioner opportunity? Apply now or get in touch today to discuss this Early Years Practitioner role further. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.
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