Early Years Practitioner - Opossum Nursery

Early Years Practitioner (EYP)

TheOpossum Federationis seeking an enthusiastic and committedEarly Years Practitionerto join our team as soon as possible.We are a family of schools in East London dedicated to transforming and enriching the lives of the communities we serve.Our ethos is built on the belief that every child deserves a high-quality education that inspires and challenges them to meet their full potential.

The Role

• Workplace:Opossum Federation contract with an initial base atNewport Nursery.
• Position:Permanent.
• Salary:Scale 6, point 18-21 (£35,520 - £37,134 FTE / £30,689.99 - £32,084.52 Pro Rata).
• Hours:36 hours per week, Term Time Only plus inset days.
• 9.45am-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
• 9.45am- 5.45pm Thursday

Key Responsibilities

• Partnership:Work alongside Nursery teachers to help meet the aims of the setting and implement curriculum programming.
• Child Support:Act as a keyworker for a group of children, observing and assessing their development and maintaining accurate records.
• Curriculum & Environment:Lead specific activities, contribute to curriculum development, and share responsibility for creating a stimulating learning environment.
• Parental Engagement:Build trusting relationships with families and encourage parent involvement in their children’s learning.
• Safeguarding:Share responsibility for the safety, health, and welfare of children at all times.

Requirements

• Qualifications:NNEB/CACHE Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education (Essential).
• Education:GCSE Grade A*-C in English and Maths or equivalent (Essential).
• Experience:At least 2 years of experience working with children aged 0-4 (Essential) and experience with children with special needs (Essential).
• Skills:Excellent communication, ICT competency (Microsoft and Apple systems), and the ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
• Compliance:An up-to-date enhanced DBS disclosure is required.

How to Apply

To discuss the role or arrange a visit, please contactChloe Foulgerathr@opossumed.org.

Closing Date:28.06.26Interview Date:06.07.26

Note:Only applications submitted on the school's official application form will be considered.