Early Years Practitioner

Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 33.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only) Scale: NJC 10 - 14 Actual Salary: £21,566 - £23,004 per annum / FTE: £27,693 - £29,539 per annum Closes: Friday 10th July 2026 at 9am or sooner should we receive sufficient applications Start Date: 01 September 2026 Interviews: Tuesday 14th July 2026 Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity? Great Heath Academy is looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner. We welcome applications from outstanding individuals to join us at our engaging primary academy. About you: - We are looking for a positive and committed individual who has excellent knowledge of legislation relevant to early years, and someone who is able to demonstrate clear understanding of child development and children’s needs. The successful candidate will have excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, possess GCSE 4-9 (A-C) in English and Maths and a minimum of Level 3 qualification within the field (e.g. Early Years Educator, NVQ in Childcare & Education). We welcome applications from ambitious candidates, keen to make a difference who have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student. Why choose Great Heath Academy? At Great Heath Academy, we work inclusively within our communities, embracing the varied localities we serve, while sharing our common vision and values. We share a passion about Diversity and Inclusion and welcome all applications and are open to flexible working. In return, you can expect fantastic Professional Development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme. Are you ready to make a difference and join our journey? If you wish to learn more information and apply for the role of Early Years Practitioner, please see our application pack, and visit our careers page. Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.