Foundation Stage Practitioner (2 year old room) - Holsworthy C of E Primary School
- North Devon
- Full Time
- Grade C
Are you passionate about giving children the very best start in life? Do you possess excellent communication skills and a desire to support our younger learners in their Holsworthy journey? If so, we invite you to consider joining our team as a Foundation Stage Practitioner!
About us:
At Holsworthy Primary we are a warm and welcoming school. We have the exciting opportunity to be opening a new early years unit in February 2026. We are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive. We prioritise academic excellence, holistic development, and fostering a sense of community. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where all children, families, and staff can grow and thrive.
About the role:
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Foundation Stage Practitioner to join our Early Years team. You will play a key role in supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This role will be working in our 2 year old room.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care, learning, and play opportunities for children aged [2 years old]
- Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities in line with EYFS
- Act as a key person, building positive relationships with children and families
- Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
- Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development
- Work effectively as part of a team and follow nursery/school policies
- Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare requirements
Requirements:
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience working within an EYFS setting (desirable)
- Knowledge of EYFS and child development
- A warm, patient, and enthusiastic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
- Enhanced DBS check (required)
Please see full job description attached.
How to apply:
Please visit the school website using the link below to apply: Vacancies – Holsworthy Primary School
Applications must be submitted to vberry@holsworthy-primary.devon.sch.uk by 9am on Wednesday 7th January 2026.
Holsworthy Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.
Interview Date: 9th January 2026
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