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Level 3 Early Years Practitioner at Ferham Primary School

Ferham Primary School · Rotherham · Rotherham

Job description

Ferham Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our talented and committed team.

Ferham Primary School has been transformed in the last 4 years; our beautiful and well-resourced EYFS is now a significant strength of the school with its carefully constructed curriculum to ensure a strong start for our youngest pupils.

Take a look at our brilliant unit on our website: https://www.ferhamprimary.org.uk/

What we’re looking for is someone who:

Holds a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years education or equivalent

Has recent, successful experience of working with children in an EYFS setting

Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage

Understands how young children learn best - particularly through play and exploration

Can support high-quality interactions and language development

Is able to work flexibly as part of a team and use their initiative when required

Can contribute to planning, assessment, and the organisation of a purposeful and engaging EYFS environment

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer:

A truly inclusive school community where all pupils, families and staff are welcome, valued and represented

An EYFS unit which is Speech, Language and Communication Needs accredited (SLCN friendly)

Children who quickly learn to enjoy school and learning

A well-resourced and stimulating learning environment

A dedicated and experienced Early Years team

Opportunities for training and continued professional development

A chance to Make a Difference

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About this school

Ferham Primary School

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 2–11

Not rated
Pupils
224
Avg teacher salary
£50,406
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.8:1
Academy trust
JAMES MONTGOMERY 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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Rotherham, Rotherham, S61 1AP

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Salary
£26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE) 30.5 hours per week
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
13 March 2026
Closing date
28 September 2026

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