EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR LEVEL 3

Location

Longton Primary School, School Lane, Longton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5YA (209 on roll)

Tel: 01772 612495
School website: www.longton.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Exciting Leadership Opportunity: Join Our New Nursery as a Creative and Passionate Nursery Lead!

Summary 

A unique chance has arisen to be at the forefront of our brand-new nursery within Longton Primary and Nursery School. We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and dedicated Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to establish and lead our nursery room. This role offers you the chance to shape the environment where young children can thrive, develop, and transition smoothly into their next stage of learning. If you are someone who starts tasks with enthusiasm, sees them through to completion, and is passionate about creating an enabling, nurturing environment, we want to hear from you!

You will be responsible for planning and mapping out engaging learning opportunities each week, ensuring that children are nurtured across all areas of development and are well-prepared for their move into the reception class. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a real difference in early childhood education.

We want the very best person to join our team. To entice the best candidates this post is being advertised as a Permanent position. As with all positions within the local authority the post is subject to a probationary period. Please note that the salary quoted is full-time equivalent, and the actual salary will be pro-rata if part-time.

About Us:

At Longton Primary and Nursery School, we are a strong supportive team with a positive outlook and can do attitude. We are committed to creating a joyful, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. Our new nursery will be a vibrant space dedicated to fostering curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning from the earliest years.

We would love to hear from you if you:

- Are passionate about working with children and creating inspiring learning environments. 

- Are a creative thinker with ideas to develop engaging, high-quality activities. 

- Are reliable, proactive, and able to follow through on tasks from start to finish.

- Enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues, children, and families. 

- Have a strong understanding of the EYFS and how to map out weekly learning opportunities. 

Please note: In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online check will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

CVs are not accepted; please complete the application form attached. DBS checks will be undertaken and references sought. 

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Join us and be instrumental in creating a nurturing, stimulating environment where children can flourish and transition confidently into their next learning journey. 

We look forward to receiving your application and hearing how you can contribute to our new nursery!

Essential Qualifications

Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant as defined by the DfE). 

GCSE English and Maths  at grade c or above  or equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications 

Paediatric First Aid qualification. 

Training in SEND/support for additional needs.

Essential Experience

Experience working within an early years setting. 

Ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. 

Strong communication and teamwork skills. 

Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting all children's development. 

Reflective, enthusiastic, and reliable professional attitude. 

Knowledge of the EYFS framework and statutory requirements

Desirable Experience

Experience of working within a school-based pre-school or nursery. 

Experience supporting children with additional needs. 

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Julie Brown headteacher

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation 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. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.