## Nursery Practitioner### We are searching for the best education professionals* Nursery PractitionerFast Apply# Nursery PractitionerEmployerLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: 17,486Posted: 19th May 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 22nd June 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1551867Job Reference: WM012Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1551867* Share :**Nursery Practitioner - Little Herons**We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced individual with an NVQ level 2 in Early Years, to work at Little Herons Nursery based at West Monkton Primary School. The successful candidate will be an excellent early years practitioner who can provide a stimulating, high quality and innovative early years learning experience for our youngest children.**What we are looking for:*** Ability to deliver high quality childcare in a safe and caring environment, for children as young as 2 years of age* Monitor key children's development* Ensure effective communication with parents, other professionals and outside agencies* Be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the children and the setting* Support the ethos, vision and Christian distinctiveness**Key Requirements**:* Qualified NVQ Level 2 in Childcare/Early Years* Knowledge of OFSTED Standards and Inspections* Excellent knowledge of EYFS* Excellent knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children* Demonstrate drive towards absolute excellenceWe can offer you:* A friendly supportive team* An environment that places a high emphasis on personal professional development* Commitment to staff wellbeing* Unwavering passion and vision for educational opportunities for learners* Generous pension scheme**Salary:** Grade 14, point 4**Actual Gross Salary**: £17,486**Hours:** 30.00 hours per week - term time only, plus INSETS**Contract:** Permanent**Closing Date: 22 June 2026****Interviews 26 June 2026****Please note:****All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.****The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.****Safeguarding Statement****West Monkton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:West Monkton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### West Monkton Church of England Primary SchoolPart of### The Oak Partnership Trust
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