Early Years Practitioner (Goldenhill Primary Academy) in Stoke-on-Trent

Goldenhill Primary Academy (Part of The Societas Trust) is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and skilled Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, development, wellbeing and progress across school.

Role Overview

The main focus of the role will be to support children across the Foundation Stage with early learning and development, working under the direction of the class teacher and Foundation Stage Leader.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and small groups under the direction of the class teacher.
• Support pupils across Foundation Stage.
• Act as a key worker for a group of children where appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support pupils with SEND, including implementing IEPs and delivering interventions.
• Support assessment, observations and feedback on pupil progress.
• Prepare resources and support indoor and outdoor provision.
• Support children’s communication, language, social and emotional development.
• Assist with pupils’ personal care where required.
• Support educational visits and wider school activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all academy and Trust policies.
• Provide occasional short‑term emergency cover where required and appropriate.

Person Specification

• Patient, nurturing, understanding and with a good sense of humour.
• Strong team player.
• Willing to take an active role in the wider life of the school.
• Committed to promoting equal opportunities and meeting individual needs.
• Flexible across Foundation Stage, KS1 and KS2 where required.
• Can support pupils with a range of learning, social, emotional and developmental needs.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Can work positively with children, staff, parents, carers and external agencies.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and health and safety.
• Willing to undertake training and continue professional development.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent full and relevant qualification.
• Experience working with children in an Early Years, primary school or similar setting.
• Understanding of how children develop socially and academically.
• Knowledge of behaviour management approaches.
• Secure understanding of safeguarding and health and safety procedures.

Benefits

• Welcoming and supportive school community.
• Committed and experienced staff team.
• Children who are enthusiastic, individual and eager to learn.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Opportunity to make a real difference to children and families.
• Role within Goldenhill Primary Academy and the wider Societas Trust.

Goldenhill Primary Academy and The Societas Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be required to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre‑employment checks.