Early Years Practitioner - Term Time Only - Maternity

Woodlands; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery school in Northfleet is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years and Childcare Development. The role is 37 hours per week during term time, offering strong leadership support and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should be well-organised, creative, and able to build strong relationships with parents. Commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Support from leadership team

Enrolment in Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development

Reduced-cost staff parking

Qualifications

• Qualities of an outstanding practitioner with high expectations.
• Ability to build strong relationships with parents.
• Familiarity with EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Work Monday-Friday, 8:45 am to 4:30 pm.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Cover maternity leave with the potential for permanent role.

Skills

Organisational skills

Classroom management

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Early Years and Childcare Development

Job description

Northfleet Nursery School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner, qualified to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Early Years and Childcare Development.

This is a 37-hour per week, term-time only position (plus 5 additional staff development days), working Monday–Friday, 8:45am–4:30pm, with an additional hour allocated for weekly staff meetings. The role is initially fixed-term until December 2026 to cover maternity leave, with the potential to become a permanent post.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Well organised, with high expectations for achievement and behaviour
• An outstanding and inspirational classroom practitioner
• Committed, hardworking, and ambitious for themselves and others
• A positive and enthusiastic team member
• Creative, imaginative, and open to change
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with parents
• Familiar with the EYFS framework
• Knowledgeable about the High/Scope approach (desirable)

In return, we offer:

• Support from a consistently high-quality leadership team
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
• Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Reduced-cost staff parking nearby

Applications should be made via Kent Teach. Please note that CVs cannot be accepted.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Northfleet Nursery School is committed to equal opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and requires an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Please also be aware that we are required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025).