Educarer– A Rare Opportunity to Join Our Outstanding Nursery Location: Oaklands Nursery School Contract: Part -Time (25hrs in the first instance), Term Time Salary: [Grade 4] Closing Date: Wednesday 25 th June 2025 Start Date: Monday 1 st September 2025 Are you a passionate and committed Early Years Practitioner looking to make a real difference in young children’s lives? Oaklands Nursery School is seeking a caring, creative and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified practitioner to join our Outstanding team. Oaklands is an Ofsted Outstanding nursery school offering education and care for children aged 2 to 4. Our purpose-built setting features a bright and stimulating learning environment, a large outdoor space with woodland and outdoor classroom. We are proud to offer an exciting, play-based curriculum enriched with Forest School, gardening, baking, storytelling, creative arts, and more. We are looking for someone who: Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification. Has experience of working with children aged 2–5 and a sound understanding of the EYFS 2024 framework. Demonstrates warmth, enthusiasm and a genuine motivation to help children learn and grow. Can support high-quality care and learning both indoors and outdoors. Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues. Has Paediatric First Aid training (or is willing to complete training). Understands and follows safeguarding procedures to keep children safe. Is flexible, reliable, and available to work between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm, to support our wraparound care provision if required. Is reflective and committed to ongoing learning and development. In return, we offer: A welcoming and supportive team who value collaboration, creativity and inclusion. High-quality continuing professional development. A beautiful, well-resourced setting with strong community links. The chance to make a real impact in a child’s early education and development. Employer benefits include access to SAS Wellbeing service, annual wellbeing day and continuous professional development opportunities through our associate partnership with The Societas Trust. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is central to everything we do. All applicants must be committed to this and will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks, as well as ongoing suitability. If you believe in giving every child the best possible start, we’d love to hear from you. How to apply: To request an application pack or arrange a visit, please contact the Nursery Office on 01782987075 or email office@oaklands.staffs.sch.uk or visit our website at www.oaklands.staffs.sch.uk