Early Years Practitioner

About the job

Key information

• Permanent contract
• Flexible hours available – term time only
• Salary: Grade 15 Point 4 (£13.05 per hour)
• Start date to be agreed

We are looking to recruit an Early Years Practitioner, Level 3. For the right candidate we can be flexible in terms of days per week, to work between the hours of 8:00am – 5:30pm.

We are excited that we will have a new purpose built nursery building in 2026.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will:

• Help with the planning and delivery of creative and fun opportunities according to children’s needs and interests to fulfil the requirements of the EYFS
• Develop good strong relationships and communication with children, parents/carers and colleagues
• Work creatively with children so they develop, learn and grow
• Ensure all children have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Have experience of working with children in an early learning environment
• Be a team player

What is in it for me?

As a Somerset Council employee working at Little Oaks Nursery, you can access a wide range of staff benefits. These include:

• A very generous 50% discount at Little Oaks Nursery for your child aged 2 – 4 years
• Comprehensive CPD – dedicated INSET days
• Term time only hours
• Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme
• The Somerset Council ‘My Staff Shop’ will give you access to thousands of discounts, savings and deals for some of your favourite places!

The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction and be supported to flourish in an environment which promotes each staff member to be the best version of themselves.

DBS check

Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and employment references.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to Little Oaks Nursery are encouraged.

To apply for this role, you must hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification.

All applications should be submitted using the Somerset Council application form. Application packs can be downloaded from our school website

Alternatively, please contact Mrs Caroline Dibble, School Business Manager, St Mary’s CEVC Primary School and Little Oaks Nursery, by telephone: 01278 422691 or email: office@stmarysbridgwater.co.uk

Closing Date: Noon on Wednesday 22 October 2025

Interviews: Friday 24 October 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment.

Apply now