Early Years Practitioner

Job title: Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Salary: WPT Band 3 £25583 - £25989 ( £20705 - £21034 pro-rata)

Hours: 34 per week, term time plus all insets

Contract type: Temporary Maternity Cover until 31st December 2026

Positions: 1

Location: Aston Lodge Primary School

Who we are

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!

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.

Responsibilities Include:

• Creating and maintaining a dynamic learning environment aligned with lesson plans, ensuring resources are readily available and the space is conducive to effective learning, whilst adhering to health and safety regulations.

• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities, using proven strategies to support pupils in achieving their learning goals.

• Providing structured support to individuals and small groups, ensuring every student comprehends the material and stays on track with their learning journey.

• Monitoring student progress and accurately reporting achievements and challenges, offering detailed feedback to facilitate targeted support and intervention where necessary.

• Promoting positive behaviour and swiftly addressing any incidents, empowering students to take ownership of their conduct and contribute to a harmonious learning environment.

• Maintaining meticulous records to ensure accurate documentation of student progress and other administrative tasks to support classroom operations.

• Administering and marking routine tests in accordance with school policies, assisting in the assessment process to gauge student understanding and development.

• Assisting in pastoral care and implementing individual education plans (EHCPs), ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally.

• Supporting the class teacher with clerical duties, from photocopying to creating engaging pupil displays, and contributing to the smooth running of the classroom.

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!

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!

***Closing date: Noon, Friday 8th May 2026***