Early Years Practitioner Level 3

Pytchley Endowed Church of England Primary School, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 1EN

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  7 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,824.00 - £28,598.00 Annually (FTE) Will be pro-rata

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 job summary

‘With God all things are possible.’ Matthew 19:26

Early Years Practitioner Level 3

Hours: 30 hours per week, 5 days per week, 38 weeks per year.

Grade: Grade G8-G12 - £26,824 - £28,598 (pro rata to £18,264.75 per annum).

Contract: Fixed term until August 2026

Are you looking to join a loving and inclusive school, that supports pupils in achieving their dreams in life?

Do you have the skills and experience to support the development of children from ages 3-5 and help them secure the building blocks that are the foundation to our wider curriculum?

Do you share in our vision and values and can contribute positively to our school community?

If so, we would welcome you to apply for this role at our school!

At Pytchley CofE Primary School, we are committed to quality in all areas of school life. We hold our Christian values close to our heart and these form the basis of our learning. As a school, we pride ourselves on our curriculum being progressive and engaging which develops pupils’ thirst for learning. We promote respect and open-mindedness towards others and encourage pupils to develop their sense of identity and belonging, through self-awareness and reflection.

As a small school we are able to develop a close working relationship both with pupils and parents; all pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential through the support of all members of staff.

We have a wonderful opportunity to join our committed team and support our pre-school provision. We are looking for a highly motivated Early Year Practitioner, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to champion our children’s wellbeing, while supporting their development. The role involves planning activities for the provision of a caring and stimulating environment for children aged between 3-5 encompassing the Early Years Foundation Stage.

For this role, it is a requirement that you hold a Level 3 EYFS related qualification, or that you hold QTS. If you have any queries regarding the requirements, please contact us.

In our recent Ofsted inspection in 2025, we received the rating of Good, with inspectors commenting:

“The school is driven by a strong moral purpose and high ambition for every pupil... Staff feel valued and well supported. Leaders are mindful of workload and staff well-being. This helps to create a positive and motivated team.”

Pytchley CofE Primary School is a proud member of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust. We are a family of 36 schools across the Peterborough Diocese, and these strong links make special contribution to our children’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and learning. PDET is responsible for employing all staff and managing finances and other central services for the academies within the Trust.

For more information see our Job Description and Personal Specification.

Visits during the school day are welcome and encouraged. Please contact the school office, via email: office@pytchley.pdet.org.uk or phone: 01536 790506.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications, so please do not delay in applying!

All of our schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. Please note CVs will not be accepted and Application Forms should be completed in full. Any gaps in employment must be identified and justified.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Pytchley CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought prior to interview for all shortlisted candidates. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Pytchley Endowed Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 84 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Pytchley Endowed Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/pytchley-endowed-church-of-england-primary-school

At Pytchley school, we are committed to quality in all areas of school life. We hold our Christian values close to our heart and these form the basis of our learning. As a school, we pride ourselves on our curriculum being progressive and engaging which develops pupils’ thirst for learning. We promote respect and open-mindedness towards others and encourage pupils to develop their sense of identity and belonging, through self-awareness and reflection.

As a small school we are able to develop a close working relationship both with pupils and parents; all pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential through the support of all members of staff.

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