Position:andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp;Early Years Practitioner x 2 positions (Maternity Cover)

School:andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp;New Beginnings Nursery

Address: andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp; andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;Shakespeare Street, Southwick, SR5 2JX

Tel:andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp;(0191) 5618268

Nursery Manager: Mrs Ashley Cutts

Salary:andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; Grade 2 - andpound;25,583.00 - andpound;25,989.00 FTE (pro-rata for TTO position to hours and weeks worked)



One position - Fixed Term (Maternity Cover up to one year) andndash; Term Time Only 37 hours per week to start December 2025

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One position andndash; Fixed Term (Maternity Cover up to one year) andndash;All Year Round 37 hours per week to start January 2026

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The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and inspirational Early Years Practitioner to join our strong and very supportive team. andnbsp;andnbsp;

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We are looking for a practitioner who:

Is an outstanding practitioner.
Has a good knowledge of the EYFS Foundation Stage.
Is meticulous in their planning and preparation.
Can imaginatively adapt and deliver the curriculum to our children.
Has a good range of delivery skills to be able to cater for a range of children.
Is able to use assessment to track and plan for good or better progress in childrenandrsquo;s learning.
Have high expectations of themselves and the children.
Has a commitment to developing a creative curriculum to enthuse and motivate learners.
Is passionate about creating a stimulating learning environment where children can grow and flourish.
Is an excellent team player.
Is able to communicate effectively in a wide range of situations.
Has a good and effective range of behavioural management skills.

As a Nursery we can offer you:


Wonderful and caring children who are welcoming to everyone.
A committed and dedicated staff team that are driven to raising standards.
A very supportive working environment.
A nursery that has excellent links with its local community and puts children at the heart of everything.andnbsp;

The post holder must:


Act in compliance with the data protection principles in respecting the privacy of personal information held by the council.
Comply with the principles of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 in relation to management of Council records and information.
Carry out their duties with full regard to the Councilandrsquo;s Equal Opportunities Policy, Code of Conduct, Child Protection Policy and all other Council policies.
Comply with the Councilandrsquo;s Health and safety rules and regulations and Health and Safety Legislation.andnbsp;

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Application forms will be available on the school web site: www.southwickprimary.co.uk or by sending a large stamped addressed envelope to the School Office.andnbsp; (Please ensure the correct postage is used)

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Hard or electronic copies of the application form should be forwarded to

Southwick Community Primary School, Shakespeare Street, Southwick,

SR5 2JX or info@southwickprimary.co.uk

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Visits by appointment only are actively encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the nursery on 0191 561 8268

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Closing Date: 15th October 2025 12 NOON

Shortlisting: 15th October 2025 PM

Interview dates to be arranged for: W/C 22nd October 2025

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