We’re Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT) - a multi-academy trust with eight primary schools, five secondary schools, one sixth form and one Central Team under our umbrella.
We’re dotted across Rotherham, South Yorkshire with one school based in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire.
At WPT, students are at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to send all children into an ever-changing world, able and qualified to play their full part in it. To give them the best educational experience possible, we recognise the importance of investing in and supporting our colleagues.
And that starts with finding the right person for the job!
Join Our Dynamic Team as an Early Years Practitioner Level 4!
Are you ready to embark on an adventure filled with joy, growth, and endless possibilities? Look no further! We're on the lookout for passionate Early Years Practitioners to join our dynamic team and be part of something truly special.
Imagine a world where every corner is bursting with excitement and every activity sparks curiosity. As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll be the architect of this magical realm, crafting and maintaining an environment where little minds can thrive and explore safely.
You will provide support for our youngest children in the EYFS, the Teacher/Early Years Professional and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all children in the EYFS, to encourage children to become independent learners, to ensure their safety and welfare and support the inclusion of children in all aspects of school life.
Responsibilities Include:
Under an agreed system of supervisions to be responsible for the planning, development and delivery of learning activities
To support individual children and groups, introducing activities and using a range of strategies to support all children in their learning.
To help pupils to access the full EYFS curriculum, at the same time promoting independent learning both inside and outside as well self-reliance and interdependence.
To observe children’s performance and engagement, using the systems in place in the class to provide the Teacher/Early Years Professional with feedback on pupil progress in order to evaluate children’s learning and understanding.
To be responsible for the assessment of needs and the development and implementation of ECHPS
Assist in the development and maintenance of appropriate planning, observation and assessment procedures
To help to maintain individual and group records using formative and summative assessment and recording.
To liaise with and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and parents and other professionals.
To help prepare and maintain an engaging, purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, selecting and adapting appropriate resources to facilitate agreed learning activities for learning both inside and outside.
To provide care with regard to the physical welfare of children including self-care and other personal needs of children and implement related personal programmes.
To share responsibility for supporting children and parents during the periods of settling in and transition.
So, if you're ready to ignite young hearts and minds, to inspire wonder and curiosity, and to be part of a team that's changing lives one day at a time, then we want to hear from you! Join us on this incredible journey and together, let's create a world where every child's potential knows no bounds. Apply now and let the adventure begin!
***Closing date: Noon, Friday 5th September 2025***
For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org
For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To be successful in your application, you will need to demonstrate an effective and creative approach to education, a passion for your subject and a commitment to supporting the development of the department.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service
Please note we operate safer recruitment and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full**
**Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV) clearly demonstrating:
Why you are applying for this position
How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)
Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned
