Early Years Practitioner – Level 3 (Qualified)
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Contract Type: Permanent (Term-time)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only
Salary: £25,992 – £27,711 FTE (Actual salary £22,352 – £24,366

The School and Role

Join a vibrant and forward-thinking early years team in a Good-rated primary school in Northamptonshire. The setting features three active classrooms and a separate play space tailored for children needing additional support. The environment is well-resourced with a generous garden and expansive playground used throughout the year.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will serve as a keyworker—collaborating with the Early Years Teacher to support child-led and structured learning. You’ll contribute to planning, deliver creative, playful activities indoors and outdoors, and maintain a secure, welcoming learning environment. Collaboration and flexibility are essential; staff operate in a supportive team that includes peer planning time, training, and a ‘well-being day’—an extra day off when life doesn’t fit into term time

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification, such as CACHE Level 3 Diploma, BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3, or NNEB Certificate
  

• Demonstrated 'good to outstanding' early years practices. You’ll be organised, self-motivated, and adept at fostering positive relationships with children, staff, and families
  

• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting each child's well-being.

• A proactive, resilient approach and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.

What We Offer

As an Early Years Practitioner, part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system (rate based on scale level, experience, and qualifications; discussed during registration).
· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
· Social and networking events.
· Pension contributions.
· CPD to support your professional development.
· Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality early years professionals.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner passionate about nurturing young learners in a creative and inclusive environment, we want to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01604 386 800

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