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Early Years Practioner

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery · Maldon · Essex

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) to join our Nursery team.

The successful candidate will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children within the Early Years setting, helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where all pupils can thrive.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood development and committed to supporting young learners at the start of their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the planning and delivery of engaging Early Years activities

  • Assist in promoting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework

  • Observe, assess and record children’s progress

  • Support children’s social, emotional and physical development

  • Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

  • Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff

  • Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers

  • Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)

  • Has experience working with young children (desirable)

  • Has knowledge of the EYFS framework

  • Is caring, patient and nurturing

  • Has good communication and teamwork skills

  • Is organised, proactive and flexible

  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

In addition to the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative working environment

We can offer you:

  • A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals

  • Friendly, motivated and aspirational pupils

  • A dedicated and collaborative staff team

  • High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through providers such as The National College and The Key.

  • Access to the Employee Assistance Programme

  • Access to our staff benefits, exclusive rewards and discounts programme Perks at Work

  • Opportunities for career progression within the Trust

  • A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing

  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

  • Cycle to work, home and technology sacrifice schemes

NB: Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.

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About this school

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery

Free schools · Primary · Ages 2–11

Not rated
Pupils
113
Avg teacher salary
£57,970
Pupil:teacher ratio
28.3:1
Academy trust
LION ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Maldon, Essex, CM9 6NE

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Salary
£25,989.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (Actual)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
6 July 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026

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