Early Years Practitioner
St Dubricius Church of England VA School, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8QJ14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
From September 2026 or soon thereafter
Closing date
16 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
2 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 37 hours per week. Monday - Friday. All year round position
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,185 - £25,989
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about helping children grow, learn and flourish? We are looking for a committed and creative individual to join our team at Oaks Nursery, part of St Dubricius C of E First School.
In this role, you’ll play an integral part in supporting a nurturing, engaging and inclusive early years environment. You’ll work closely with a dedicated and supportive team to deliver high-quality provision where children are happy, curious and confident.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
- Has a secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework
- Is caring, motivated, and enthusiastic about early childhood education
- Brings creativity and a forward-thinking approach to learning
- Is committed to inclusive practice and supporting every child to thrive
- Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to a strong school culture
- Embraces our Christian ethos and contributes to the wider life of the school and federation
- Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and a reflective attitude in their practice
What the school offers its staff
What we offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
- Supportive colleagues and governors across the Moorland Federation
- A joyful and successful learning environment where your role makes a difference
- Outstanding professional development opportunities
- The chance to be part of an exciting, nature-based and values-led approach
- A nursery with a strong reputation in the heart of the local community
- Abeautiful village setting
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 St Dubricius Church of England VA School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 9
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 90 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 9
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Dubricius Church of England VA School website
- Email address
- recruitment@moorlandfed.co.uk
- Phone number
- 07947 994052
Arranging a visit to St Dubricius Church of England VA School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@moorlandfed.co.uk.
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