EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Practitioner, Level 3 (E2808) - Moorlands School

Moorlands School 

EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Practitioner, Level 3 

Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. 

Salary: To be agreed dependent on experience 

This is a permanent role which will initially be term time only, plus four training days 

Responsible to: 

Head of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 

Main Responsibilities: 

•  To work alongside Early Years Practitioners in the Squirrel’s class, 2- to 3-year-olds 
•  To be responsible for a key worker group of children 

Main Duties 

•  To demonstrate a good understanding of the Early Years curriculum and the Characteristics of Effective Learning 
•  To work co-operatively with the Early Years team to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated activities, and organise continuous provision, considering children’s interests and ability 
•  To use assessment to inform planning ensuring there is appropriate depth and challenge 
•  To take care of resources, ensuring they are fit for purpose 
•  To work as part of a team, developing positive professional relationships with colleagues 
•  To liaise with parents as required, completing reports and documentation to share with parents, evidencing children’s progress 
•  To complete formal risk assessments annually, or when new resources or equipment are introduced 
•  To report any Health and Safety issues to the Head of Early Years 
•  To adhere to policies and procedures implemented by the school 
•  To be aware of safeguarding procedures and implement these 
•  To take part in training to support professional development 
•  To attend staff meetings and parent’s evenings, as required 

To apply for this post, please visit our website for more information and an application form- Vacancies - Moorlands School (moorlands-school.co.uk)

As the job for which you are applying involves substantial opportunity for access to children, it is important that you provide us with legally accurate answers. Upfront disclosure of a criminal record may not debar you from appointment as we shall consider the nature of the offence, how long ago and at what age it was committed and any other relevant factors. If you are shortlisted and invited to interview, you must declare any relevant warnings, reprimands, cautions and/or convictions by completing a self-disclosure form prior to interview. Any positive disclosure will be discussed at interview. For further information on which offenses should be disclosed please visit the following pages: 

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Equal Opportunities Employer 

Moorlands School is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate, or to receive less favourable treatment, on grounds of age, disability, race, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. 

Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, skills, experience, and abilities. Applicants or employees with questions or concerns relating to discrimination for any of the reasons listed above should contact Saima Hussain, Head of Human Resources. 

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy 

Moorlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment by complying with the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct at all times. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and The Disclosure and Barring Service. 

As part of the shortlisting process, online searches on shortlisted candidates will be carried out as part of its due diligence.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.