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Are you a passionate and qualified Early Years professional who loves helping children thrive?

 Pegasus Primary School is opening a brand-new nursery provision in September 2026 for children aged 2–4 years.  Our nursery is being designed to provide a high-quality early years environment that supports children’s curiosity, communication, creativity and independence through carefully planned learning experiences and purposeful play.

 We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and ambitious Level 3 practitioner to join our growing Early Years team and help establish a nurturing, inspiring and high-quality nursery environment for our youngest learners.

 About the Role

You will play a key part in delivering high-quality care and education within our nursery, supporting children aged 2-4 years in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. You will work closely with colleagues to ensure every child is supported to reach their full potential.

 What You’ll Be Doing

·        Planning and delivering engaging, EYFS-based activities

·        Supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing

·        Acting as a key worker, building strong relationships with children and families

·        Monitoring and recording children’s progress

·        Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment

 What We’re Looking For

·        Full and relevant level 3 Childcare/ Early Years qualification or equivalent

·        Experience working in an early years or a nursery setting

·        Excellent communication skills with children, parents and professionals and a strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework

·        A caring, enthusiastic and team-focused approach

·        Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare

 About the School

Pegasus is a one-form entry, family-oriented school, in the heart of North Birmingham. Our Castle Vale community strives for the very best for their children.  We are thrilled to say that our school was judged to be ‘Expected’ in all areas by Ofsted in December 2025.

Ofsted December 2025 ‘School leaders inspire pupils to reach their potential to 'fly' at Pegasus. Every pupil is valued equally and leaders ensure that any barriers to learning are removed or reduced. Pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enjoy their learning, achieve well and are ready for the next stage of their education.’

 Children at Pegasus love coming to school and are keen to learn. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school with high expectations and a commitment to providing the very best for all our learners.

 You will be part of a very supportive team whose successful aim is to help our learners reach their full potential within this forward-looking school.

 Why Join Summit Learning Trust? 

 A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.

• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

 Are you our newest recruit? Are you ready to really make a difference and join us on our journey?  

 For a full description of the role and person specification, please see the accompanying documents.

Informal conversations are welcomed by contact the school on 0121 464 4293.

It is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 29^th June 2026.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.  Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk