HTLA / ROOM LEADER IN EARLY YEARS

Location: St John's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6PF (191 on roll).

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Summary

The Governors of St John's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years practitioner to join our expanding nursery provision from September 2026. St John's is a warm, welcoming and inclusive Catholic school where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

Due to the continued development of our Early Years provision, we are excited to offer extended 30 hour provision for our 2-year-old and 3-year-old nursery from September 2026. We are therefore looking for an excellent EYFS practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children in the earliest stages of their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Have experience of working within an Early Years setting
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
• Be nurturing, patient and committed to ensuring every child thrives
• Have high expectations for learning, behaviour and care
• Work effectively as part of a supportive team
• Support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school

What We Offer

• Happy, enthusiastic and caring children
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Strong pastoral support and professional development opportunities
• A well resourced and developing Early Years environment
• A school community centred on faith, love and respect

Essential Qualifications

• Recognised NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

• Recognised NVQ L4 qualification or equivalent
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status
• Experience of delivering phonics
• Paediatric First Aid (L3)

Essential Experience

• A deep understanding of the EYFS Curriculum
• Experience of adapting provision for children with SEND or additional needs

Desirable Experience

• Experience in the use of Wellcom, Makaton and/or Widgit

Equal Opportunities

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer.

Contact & Application

To apply, complete the application form attached and return electronically to . Please note CVs are not accepted. The position is part time, term time only, with salary quoted as full time equivalent; if successful, the salary will be paid on a pro rata basis. For an informal discussion, contact the school office on . Proposed interview date: 29/06/2026.

Please note that only candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK will be considered.