Location
St John's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale, Flamstead, Birch Green, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6PF (191 on roll)
Tel: 01695 721323
School website: www.st-johnsrc.com
Summary
The Governors of St Johns Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years practitioner to join our expanding nursery provision from September 2026.
St Johns is a warm, welcoming and inclusive Catholic school where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.
Due to the continued development of our Early Years provision, we are excited to offer extended 30 hour provision for our 2-year-old and 3-year-old nursery from September 2026. We are therefore looking for an excellent EYFS practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children in the earliest stages of their learning journey.
The successful candidate will:
- Have experience of working within an Early Years setting
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
- Be nurturing, patient and committed to ensuring every child thrives
- Have high expectations for learning, behaviour and care
- Work effectively as part of a supportive team
- Support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school
In return, we can offer:
- Happy, enthusiastic and caring children
- A welcoming and supportive staff team
- Strong pastoral support and professional development opportunities
- A well-resourced and developing Early Years environment
- A school community centred on faith, love and respect
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.
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.
Essential Qualifications
Recognised NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent
Desirable Qualifications
- Recognised NVQ L4 qualification or equivalent
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status
- Experience of delivering phonics
- Paediatric First Aid (L3)
Essential Experience
- A deep understanding of the EYFS Curriculum
- Experience of adapting provision for children with SEND or additional needs
Desirable Experience
- Experience in the use of Wellcom, Makaton and/or Widgit
For an informal discussion please contact:
Contact the School office on 01695 721323 , , Visits to the school are warmly welcomed
Proposed Interview Date:
29/06/2026
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.
