Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

Bridgeway Federation is a thriving and inclusive school community comprising Broadway Infant School and The Ridge Junior School in Yate, South Gloucestershire. Guided by the vision of "Learning Together, Inspiring Curiosity and Achieving Our Best", the federation is committed to providing a warm, ambitious and nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to succeed. With a broad and engaging curriculum, a strong focus on wellbeing, and a culture built on kindness, honesty, determination, inclusion, independence and responsibility, Bridgeway Federation enables children to flourish both academically and personally. Working in close partnership with families and the wider community, the federation is dedicated to ensuring that every child develops the confidence, curiosity and skills needed for future success.

We are delighted to be opening our new school-based nursery provision in September 2026 and are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated early years practitioner to join the early years team - this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Bridgeway Nursery alongside the class teacher and early years team.

Working Pattern -

7.45am to 3.45pm - 4 days a week (inclusive of a 30 min unpaid break)

7.45am to 4.30pm - 1 day a week (inclusive of a 30 min unpaid break)

Term time only, plus 5 INSET days

Job Overview

You will work within our brand-new nursery class, supporting the Nursery Teacher and working alongside the wider EYFS staff as a valued member of the team. You will play a key role in delivering a high quality, play based EYFS curriculum across all seven areas of learning, with a strong emphasis on Communication and Language and Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED).

You will help create a safe, stimulating, inclusive and nurturing environment where children feel secure, confident and motivated to learn through purposeful play.

We are looking for someone who has:

· Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) recognised by the Department for Education.

· Experience of working within an EYFS setting, with a good understanding of the EYFS framework, child development and effective early years practice.

· Experience of delivering high-quality learning opportunities, alongside observing, assessing and supporting children's progress and development.

· Experience of supporting children’s language development, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour, in line with EYFS expectations

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and external professionals.

· Sound knowledge of safeguarding requirements and a commitment to promoting the welfare, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

· Ability to work as part of a collaborative EYFS team and contribute positively to the wider life of the school

We Can Offer You:

· A warm and welcoming school community

· A brand-new nursery environment with continuous indoor and outdoor free flow provision

· A supportive and knowledgeable Senior Leadership Team with a strong understanding of Early Years practice

· Access to high quality professional development, including EYFS focused CPD, coaching and a developing EYFS network within our Trust

· Happy, confident and diverse children who make every day rewarding and joyful

· Term-time only working hours

· An employee Assistance Programme which offers advice, support and counselling

· Local government pension scheme

· Free breakfast club (school or nursery) if your child attends Bridgeway Federation