Location
Ormskirk Church Of England Primary School, Greetby Hill, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2DP (411 on roll)
Tel: 01695 574027
School website: www.ormskirk-ce.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Governors are looking to recruit an Early Years Practitioner with energy and passion for working in the Early Years to teach our youngest children. We are a supportive team, with experienced practitioners who offer a high standard of care and education to children at the beginning of their learning journey. We are a flexible school so this role does including the possibility for future movement into a role in the main school.
The successful applicant will have at least a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification and preferably experience of working in an Early Years setting. You will also need GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in Maths and English Language. As communication and language is key focus of Early Years education, we are looking for someone who has a good standard of written and spoken English so they can model this to our children. Knowledge and experience of the EYFS and either Birth to Five Matters or Development Matters is highly desirable.
The role will involve planning and delivering activities for our children based around our learning objectives as well as supporting with observing and assessing childrens progress. You will support our children within their daily routines.
We are looking for someone who wants to be an integral part of a strong, experienced team, who can bring new ideas, enjoys having fun and building positive relationships with our children and their families alongside maintaining high standards and working hard as a good team player.
The role will be 8:30-3:30pm Monday to Friday as standard, however, there will also be the expectation to cover some of our wraparound care in after school club until 6pm approximately two days per week. The role is term time only, however there is the opportunity to work additional hours in holiday clubs by agreement.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
The closing date is 9am on 12/06/2026
Essential Qualifications
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification
GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in Maths and English Language.
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Essential Experience
- A good standard of written and spoken English
Knowledge and experience of the EYFS and either Birth to Five Matters or Development Matters
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Desirable Experience
Experience of working in an Early Years setting.
For an informal discussion please contact:
For informal discussion, contact Rachel McBride (Nursery Phase Leader) on 01695 574027
Proposed Interview Date:
15/06/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
