EYFS Practitioner

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER Start date :September 2026 Salary: Negotiable Hours: 32.5 hours a week term time only NET Academies in Harlow are looking for Nursery Nurse or early years practitioner to join our successful team to work 32.5 hours a week term time only. We are looking for a candidate with previous experience working with children in EYFS. If you are looking to further your career, we would love to hear from you. Our ideal candidate would be an effective role model that sets high expectations and motivates the pupils to achieve. Applicants must be enthusiastic and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They must have a thorough understanding of the Early Years Framework and are working or have worked in an Early Years Setting previously. They will be expected to plan and run small group work and therefore must have an excellent understanding of EYFS outcomes. We are looking for: Experience of working with young children in Nursery and Reception and the enthusiasm and ability to motivate young children and build on their successes Excellent communication and organisational skills A commitment to high expectations to meet the needs of all children Good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS Curriculum and an emerging understanding of Key Stage 1 Curriculum and how young children learn and the ability to contribute to planning. The ability to assess children accurately and contribute to their learning journeys. Experience of working collaboratively within a team of people to provide a stimulating learning environment The ability to share your expertise, knowledge and understanding of young children’s needs and achievements with parents and staff NET Academies Harlow offers a unique chance to be part of a friendly and supportive team. Being part of a growing primary cluster, offers a unique set of opportunities to develop your career. Being part of a growing primary cluster, staff work in teams to share the responsibility for planning. We have a number of specialist staff who work across our cluster who offer expert knowledge in Maths, English, PE, Drama, Art and music. At NET Academies Harlow we are committed to staff development and training. Additional benefits working at Longwood Primary Academy: Additional 13 days school holidays Competitive salary IT equipment relevant to the post Subsidised accommodation for teaching staff (subject to availability) An outstanding childcare facility (under 3 years) for NET staff at discounted rates A supportive team of leaders and staff Opportunities for growth and development A collaborative environment to work with colleagues across the trust Extensive CPD opportunities, with external courses for career development SENDCO network within the Trust Working with a pastoral team, including a family liaison officer Membership of a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS) Nation