Pre-School Practitioner

Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 5AT

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  20 August 2025

• Closing date

  26 June 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 33.5 Hours a week, Monday to Friday (8.30am - 3.30pm) Extra 1 hour a week on a Wednesday to attend a staff meeting
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hourly rate: £13.05

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to work within our setting.

In addition to the job description, it is essential that applicants:

• Have an understanding of the EYFS Framework
• Have a knowledge of the characteristics of effective learning.
• Are highly motivated and inspirational.
• Are able to promote high expectations.
• Are a reflective practitioner.
• Have knowledge of SEND Code of practice
• Are committed to working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Are adaptable to change and receptive to new ideas.
• Are able to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with children and parents / carers.
• Are committed to promoting the pre-school’s safeguarding processes.

What the school offers its staff

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school community
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who love learning
• A dedicated and skilled staff team
• Opportunities for professional development

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to jwesley@whitwickce.leics.sch.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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.

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About Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 389 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: jwesley@whitwickce.leics.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01530 832116
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whitwick-st-john-the-baptist-church-of-england-primary-school

Whitwick St John the Baptist is a thriving, two-form entry local authority maintained Church of England school with 380 pupils on roll. We also provide high-quality early years education through our pre-school, which welcomes children from the age of two, and offer wrap-around care including breakfast and after-school clubs. Located in the heart of North West Leicestershire on the edge of the National Forest, our school serves a vibrant and diverse community. We are proud of our inclusive Christian ethos, our nurturing environment, and our commitment to helping every child thrive. At the heart of all we do is our school vision:
“Grow, Achieve, Bloom, Repeat” – a cycle of continual growth, where children are supported to flourish.

We work closely with a network of local schools through the Collaborative Partnership and other initiatives, enhancing opportunities for pupils, professional development and networks for staff and school self evaluation support.

Arranging a visit to Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jwesley@whitwickce.leics.sch.uk.

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