Sport and Commercial Services Division
The UEA Nursery
Early Years Practitioners (2 x full-time, fixed term roles)
Ref: SC4792
Salary on appointment will be £23,240 per annum (£11.91 per hour), with an annual increment up to £23,911 per annum (£12.26 per hour).
Here at UEA Nursery, we are passionate about creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where children can flourish. Our team is dedicated to supporting young learners during their most important developmental years, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care and education in a fun and supportive setting.
The Role:
We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join our outstanding team. These roles are perfect for someone who is passionate about supporting children's growth and development, who enjoys being creative, and is committed to helping every child reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging and age-appropriate activities tailored to each child’s needs and interests.
- Provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment where children feel valued and supported.
- Monitor and record children’s progress in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating learning space.
- Follow safeguarding procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare.
- A genuine passion for working with children and helping them develop.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- A positive, flexible, and proactive approach.
- Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and friendly workplace.
- Opportunities for career progression.
These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child Barred List. It is an offence to apply for these roles if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
These 2 full-time posts are available from 28 April 2025 on a fixed term basis for up to 12 months to cover maternity leave. You will be working 37 ½ hours per week year-round Mondays to Fridays.
Benefits include:
- 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days
- Family and Work-life balance policies including considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, public transport discounts and childcare and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes where eligible.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team
Closing date: 9 February 2025
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