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Early Years Educator (EYE)
Shacklewell Primary School, London, E8 2EA8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
13 April 2026
Closing date
13 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 8.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday plus 1 hour planning a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Scale 6 - (point 18 - 20) - £37,509.00 - £ 38,637.00 pro-rata term time only
What skills and experience we're looking for
NVQ, NNEB Early Years Educator (Level 3) or equivalent.
Working with or caring for children at Foundation Stage, including those who may have special needs.
Experience in working in an Early Years setting (at least two years).
A sound understanding of early childhood development and learning.
A good working knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
First aid training/training as appropriate is desirable.
Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.
An up to date understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures.
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Effective use of ICT to support learning.
Ability to relate well to children and adults.
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and own position within these.
Ability to self−evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.
Display commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.
What the school offers its staff
In return, New Wave offers:
A strong commitment to staff mental health and wellbeing, with practical support and a culture that prioritises balance
Inclusive, values-led school communities where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters
High-quality professional development, leadership support and opportunities for career progression across the federation
The opportunity to make a meaningful strategic impact within a growing and ambitious organisation
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Shacklewell Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 472 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Shacklewell Primary School website
- Email address
- azaki@newwavefederation.co.uk
- Phone number
- 02072541415
An 'Outstanding' two form entry primary school based in Dalston, Hackney.
Arranging a visit to Shacklewell Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email azaki@newwavefederation.co.uk.
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