Early Years Practitioner / Out of School Club Assistant

Michael Syddall Church of England Aided Primary School, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 7LB

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Term Time Only
• Contract type: Fixed term - Till August 2027
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,620 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata
• Pay scale: C/D

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? Do you enjoy seeing young children grow, learn and flourish? If you do…we want to hear from you.

The Michael Syddall CE (VA) Primary School is seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and committed individual to join our growing wonderful team and be part of our new school for the future. Initially to work in our preschool but potentially flexible to work in Reception/KS1 too.

We are looking for a practitioner who possesses the following qualities:

• Believes that children come first
• A genuine passion for supporting young children to thrive
• Is committed to supporting a learning environment that promotes excellence
• Facilitates children to learn through play and meaningful experiences
• Flexibility in their approach and a commitment to team working
• Ability to build relationships with young children and demonstrate inclusive and respectful practices
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Have experience of working within EYFS
• Desirable a Level 3 qualification in early years

What the school offers its staff

Grade: C/D (pts 3 -6)

Salary: £25,620 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Monday – Friday 8.30 – 3.30pm (32.5 hours) Out of school cub assistant – Weekly hours to be discussed at interview

Contract Type:Fixed Term Contract Sept 2026 – August 2027 (Term Time Only)

Location:Noels Court, Mowbray Road, Catterick Village, Richmond, DL10 7LB

In return, we can offer:

• A great place to work
• Wonderful staff and children
• Job satisfaction
• A welcoming school where children are at the heart of what we do
• A committed and motivated staff team
• An important part in an exciting journey

To find out more about our exciting school please look at our website.Visits to school are warmly encouraged, please email or telephone (01748) 818485 to arrange an appointment.If this position excites you we look forward to receiving your application please return toadmin@michael-syddall.n-yorks.sch.uk

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

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Out of School Club Assistant Job Description & Person Specification (1).pdf - 1.72 MB (opens in new tab)

Application Form.pdf - 287 KB (opens in new tab)

Early Years Practitioner Job Description & Person Specification.pdf - 324 KB (opens in new tab)

About Michael Syddall Church of England Aided Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 177 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Michael Syddall Church of England Aided Primary School website
• Email address: admin@michael-syddall.n-yorks.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01748 818485
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/michael-syddall-church-of-england-aided-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Michael Syddall Church of England Aided Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@michael-syddall.n-yorks.sch.uk.

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