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EYFS Practitioner Level 3
Anston Hillcrest Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S25 5GR27 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
16 June 2025 at 9am
Date listed
19 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours / week Term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- E Band
What skills and experience we're looking for
Anston Hillcrest Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our committed and friendly team.
We are a welcoming, one-form-entry school, with a communication and interaction integrated resource. We are dedicated to providing the very best start to school life for every child. Our Early Years environment is vibrant, nurturing, and play-based, and we are looking for a practitioner who shares our passion for early childhood education and development.
What We’re Looking For:
- Holds a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years education or equivalent
- Has recent, successful experience of working with children in an EYFS setting
- Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Understands how young children learn best – particularly through play and exploration
- Can support high-quality interactions and language development
- Is able to work flexibly as part of a team and use their initiative when required
- Can contribute to planning, assessment, and the organisation of a purposeful and engaging EYFS environment
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school community
- Children who are happy, motivated, and eager to learn
- A well-resourced and stimulating learning environment
- A dedicated and experienced Early Years team
- Opportunities for training and continued professional development
- A warm and welcoming school culture that values staff wellbeing
Safeguarding:
Anston Hillcrest Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
As an organisation using the DBS to assess applicants’ suitability for positions included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order, we comply fully with the DBS Code of Practice. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants and staff, regardless of background. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us – this will depend on the nature of the role and the details of any offences.
If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a Criminal Records Declaration Form. Any relevant disclosures will be discussed openly and fairly prior to any offer of employment. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in the withdrawal of an offer or dismissal.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Employment offers may be subject to checks, including:
• DBS
• Childcare disqualification
• Medical
• Online
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• References
• Suitability to work with children
Due to amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, some minor offences are now protected and should not be disclosed. For guidance, seek legal advice or visit [Nacro’s Criminal Record Support Service](https://www.nacro.org.uk).
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Anston Hillcrest Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 241 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Anston Hillcrest Primary School website
- Email address
- krayner@ahp.jmat.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01909 550022
We are a friendly, happy and successful school, set in extensive grounds in the scenic village of South Anston. We cater for children aged 3 - 11 and currently have 240 children including those who attend part-time. Our Foundation Unit provides an important stepping stone between nursery education and full-time school, for children aged between 3 and 5. The school also has a Speech, Language and Communication Integrated Resource for children in Key Stage 1 and 2, which caters for children across the Rotherham borough who have specific needs.
We have a busy and enthusiastic learning environment where there is always much to do, see and learn. We strive to make sure everyone at our school feels valued and part of our school community. Developing the whole child is important to us and that aim is reflected in all we do. We are proud of the achievements of our children and we aim to help every child develop self-confidence and a positive approach to life whilst achieving their own individual potential.
We aim to 'Make a Difference' to our pupils and instll in them, a desire to 'Make a Difference' to others and leave a legacy for future generations to come.
Arranging a visit to Anston Hillcrest Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email krayner@ahp.jmat.org.uk.
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