Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner in Inclusive Provision in Wolverhampton

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Qualifications

• Relevant Childcare and Education Qualification at level 3 (BTEC, NNEB, NVQ)
• GCSE A-C in English and Maths
• First Aid
• Food Hygiene
• Level 4 in related field
• Foundation Degree

• Experience of working with EYFS 2-5s
• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of record keeping
• Experience of working with children with additional needs
• Experience of working with children age 0-5 years
• Experience of working with families in a supportive role
• Experience of working within a multi-cultural and diverse community
• Experience of supervising students / trainees

• Knowledge of key person systems
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage
• Knowledge of child development
• Understanding of Child Protection policy and procedures
• Understanding of inclusion
• An understanding of wider agencies and roles eg: Strengthening Families, Special Needs Early Years, SALT etc
• Knowledge of Ofsted requirements
• Knowledge of children with complex special needs

• Ability to communicate well with parents and children
• Ability to work on own initiative and within a team environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written English language
• Ability to plan, deliver and monitor and assess children’s learning and development according to their individual needs and achievements
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues and other professionals
• Ability to demonstrate good presentation skills
• A desire to engage in deeper learning about children’s learning
• A positive attitude to CPD
• Have an aptitude to learn with an ability to communicate acquired knowledge to team members
• Resilience
• Ability to listen and notice
• A proactive approach
• Good practical hygiene standards
• Knowledge of health and safety issues
• Well presented and organised

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Flexible, supportive and calm
• Non-judgemental, patient and adaptable approach
• Confident and professional attitude
• Creative approach

Commitment

• Offering high quality learning experiences and care
• To adhering to and implementing policies and procedures
• To teamwork
• To equality of opportunity

Further details about the role

Windsor Nursery School is a dynamic learning environment serving children from the richly diverse local community, including children with English as an additional language, eligible for Early Years Pupil Premium and with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. We would encourage applicants who have a keen interest in working with children who are part of our Inclusive Provision, who have a commitment to inclusion and feel enthusiasm for the opportunities such a diverse community affords.

The successful candidate will have energy and enthusiasm to work with children with complex special needs, will be observant and will be motivated to engage in reflective practice and have a researching approach. He/she will have a passion for a child-led curriculum, learning outdoors and indoors, and working as a member of a highly motivated team. They will be an effective communicator with an interest and understanding in child development, the differing needs of children with complex special needs, and having a positive and celebratory approach to working with nursery and reception aged children with complex special needs.

An understanding of and commitment to the principles of Early Childhood Education, Equality of Opportunity and Safeguarding are essential, in addition to an interest in and understanding of the impact of special needs on young children and their families. The successful candidate will hold a flexibility in their thinking, a nurturing approach with both children and families, and relish continually developing a responsive curriculum for children to experience and learn through adventure, risk and challenge. Learning in the outdoors is a key feature at Windsor.

We actively encourage visits to Windsor Nursery School.

The job description, person specification and application form for this post is attached. Completed application forms including reference details must be submitted by Friday 27th February 2026 at midday to Rebecca Currie RCurriewindsornursery.co.uk. Only applications completed on the official application form will be accepted. CVs will not be considered.

For more information about Windsor please visit our website.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.