Early Years Practitioner
Closing in 14 days (3 February 2026 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: Grade 15 Point 4 (£13.05 per hour)
Employer: St Mary's Church of England Primary School (Little Oaks Nursery)
Location: Bridgwater , Somerset, TA6 7LX
Contract type: Permanent, Term time
Working pattern: Full time, Part time
Closing date: 3 February 2026 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
(Permanent contracts)
Full time (28-37 hours per week) – Term time only
Salary: Somerset Council Grade 15 Point 4, equates to £13.05 per hour (actual salary for 37 hours is £21,007 per annum)
and
21 hours per week over 3 days – Term time only
Salary: Somerset Council Grade 15 Point 4, equates to £13.05 per hour (actual salary £11,923 per annum)
Start date – February / March 2026
These are rewarding roles where you will be part of a team that supports the development and learning of children aged 2-4 years, creating a warm and stimulating environment where they flourish. The successful candidates will be given a comprehensive induction and be supported to thrive in an environment which promotes each staff member to be the best version of themselves.
What will I be doing?
To apply you must hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification or be willing to work towards the qualification.
Key skills and duties:
Most importantly, to have energy, enthusiasm, empathy, a sense of adventure and fun!
- 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.
- Work creatively with children so they develop, learn and grow.
- Ensure all children have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
- Experience of working with children in an early learning environment
- Good communication skills
- 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
- Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to a wide range of staff benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing
- The Somerset Council ‘My Staff Shop’ will give you access to thousands of discounts, savings and deals for some of your favourite places!
DBS check
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. 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 welcome.
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 Tuesday 3 February 2026
Interviews: Friday 6 February 2026