Job Description

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our early years team. Working within our Foundation Stage unit you will be a real team player, full or energy, enthusiasm and a positive outlook ensuring the best learning and care for our children. You will have an excellent understanding of the learning and welfare needs of pre-school children and want to work as part of a strong team of early years staff.

As an experienced early years practitioner, you will be able to support in the planning and assessment of children. You will know the value of high-quality adult interactions and put the development of language and social and emotional development at the heart of all that you do. You won't be frightened to roll up your sleeves and will enjoy developing playful and imaginative experiences for our pupils.

You will work within our thriving Exeter school community, a wonderful and inclusive group of schools who work closely together to meet the needs of our children. The schools are part of the St Christopher's Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. The Trust will build a package of exceptional continuous professional development, with clear support networks within each school and across the hub, to ensure that the appointed candidate loves coming to work each day!

If you would like to arrange a tour of our school these are available in the first week of September, please contact lis.admin@stcmat.org to arrange a time.

You can apply online or please visit https://www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/current-vacancies for an application form.

Your completed application form should be submitted by midday on Monday 1st September 2025. Interviews will be held on Friday 5th September 2025.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 25,989.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/09/2025
Reference ID: Nursery Practitioner Level 3