Early Years Practitioner
Gulval School, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 3BJ17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 8am
Date listed
6 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 16 hours per week. Term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £8846.08
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about shaping the brightest futures?
As a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you are more than just a caregiver—you are a specialist in the social and educational development of children during their most formative years. We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team, helping us create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where our children thrive.
Your Impact
In this role, you will play a crucial part in the day-to-day life of our setting. You will work in close collaboration with the EYFS Lead and Headteacher to deliver high-quality learning opportunities and ensure every child’s well-being is at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
1. Creating an Enabling Environment
· Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, and social care.
· Plan and lead creative, safe, and enjoyable activities in line with EYFS standards.
· Organise indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including creating engaging wall displays.
· Foster independent learning and encourage positive behaviour and self-discipline.
2. Child Development & Observation
· Work with individuals or small groups to develop physical, intellectual, and social skills.
· Make accurate observations, track interests, and determine "next steps" for your key children.
· Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), liaising with the SENDCO and external professionals when required.
3. Safety & Well-being
· Ensure the highest standards of hygiene and health and safety at all times.
· Act as a vigilant advocate for child protection, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
· Assist with daily care routines, including meal times, hygiene, and administering first aid (where trained).
4. Partnership & Collaboration
· Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers to keep them involved in their child’s progress.
· Work as a proactive member of the staff team, attending meetings and contributing to a supportive work culture.
About You
We are looking for someone who is flexible, nurturing, and professional. While specific duties may vary based on the size of the setting, the ideal candidate will:
· Have a deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
· Be a team player who is happy to assist with everything from reading stories to domestic duties and snack prep.
· Possess excellent communication skills for liaising with parents and colleagues.
· Be committed to continuous professional development and attending relevant training.
What We Offer
A supportive team environment where your ideas for creative play are valued.
The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young children.
What the school offers its staff
Working for TPAT and Benefits
‘The Trust that Schools want to join’Ofsted - 2019
We are an inclusive and progressive Trust and believe that all children and young people should have the best possible life chances. If you share this belief, we would love you to work with us.
We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities. Whether you choose to work in one of our schools, or are based in our central team, you will thrive in a stimulating, friendly and diverse environment that nurtures talent and celebrates success.
If you choose to work for us, you will receive:
- A competitive salary
- National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye voucher scheme
- Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issueshhtps://www.employeeassistance.org.uk/
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Gulval School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 222 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Gulval School website
- Email address
- recruitment@tpacademytrust.org
- Phone number
- 01736 364747
A value is a principle that guides our thinking and our behaviour. At Gulval School, every individual is valued for who they are and the important contribution they make to our community.
Our 3 simple rules of ‘Ready Respect Safe’ were developed with our community who worked alongside pupils and the Headteacher to decide what was important to them.
Arranging a visit to Gulval School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tpacademytrust.org.
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