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Lead EYFS Practitioner

Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN7 6NH

This job expired on 9 November 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  5 January 2026

• Closing date

  9 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hrs/week Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 31/08/2026
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade G Points 20 to 24 (£32,597 to £35,412 Full Time Equivalent) subject to pro rata.
• Actual salary: The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at £24,318.02.

What skills and experience we're looking for

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths (C) • Recognised and relevant vocational qualification (NVQ level 4) or is working towards a relevant qualification (e.g., Diploma or NVQ in Childcare and Education, B.Ed. in Early Years) (A/I/C) • Experience of working with children and families, preferably in Early Years (A/I) • Experience of working closely with multi-agencies (A/I) • Good knowledge of the Children’s Act, National Day Care standards and Ofsted’s Educational requirements (A/I) • Good knowledge of guidance documents which support the development of young children’s learning (A/I) • Working knowledge of standard computer packages (word processing, email, and spreadsheets) (A/I) • Experience of effectively supervising others (A/I/R) • Able to adapt well to change (A/I) • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) (A/I) • Good organisational and personal management skills (A/I) • Strong ICT skills (A/I) • Effective behaviour management skills (A/I) • Able to work independently and be a team player. (A/I/R) • Able to respect and maintain confidentiality (A/I/R) • Effective time management (A/I) • Able to motivate children and sustain their interest in play activities (A/I/R) • Able to effectively plan to support children’s learning (A/I/R) • Able to prepare and present written reports to support children’s development and wellbeing (A/I/R) • Good at problem solving (A/I/R)

Desirable:

x • Paediatric First Aid at Work qualification (C) • Child protection training (C) • Knowledge of the future of childcare services nationally and locally (A/I) Last updated: 05.01.2022 • Experience of working with child protection cases (A/I/R) • Experience of using Bromcom (A/I/R) Key: C – Certificate; A – Application Form; I – Interview; R - Reference

What the school offers its staff

Financial Wellbeing:

• Membership to either theTeachers’ Pension Schemeorthe Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to anextensivediscounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

• 24/7 access to an online GPor Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discount’s
• Cycle to Workscheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

• Access to an industry leadingEmployee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• TrainedMental Health First Aidersin all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

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

We are 100% committed to safeguarding our children through safer recruitment practices and staff training.

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About Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 221 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School website
• Email address: info@hatfieldwoodhouse.org.uk
• Phone number: 01302651031
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hatfield-woodhouse-primary-school

Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School is a small rural primary school catering for 225 children pupils from the village of Hatfield Woodhouse and the surrounding area. We pride ourselves on our delightful children, our hard working professional staff (and AAB members) and our passion for learning.

Miss Moore (Acting Head of Academy)

Arranging a visit to Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@hatfieldwoodhouse.org.uk.

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