The Directors of St Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, and highly motivated Early Childhood Practitioner Level 2  to work as part of the team at St Richard's  VC Academy, supporting teaching and learning with a particular focus on supporting vulnerable pupils including those with SEND and EAL.

Term time only 

32.5 hours per week

This post is fixed term to 31st August 2026

The successful candidate will work predominantly in the Foundation 1 Provision, giving appropriate support for pupils of all abilities, some of whom have SEND. You will support the children’s social, emotional and physical development, designing provision and experiences to enhance pupils learning and provide supervision and care of children at various times of the day.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• can establish productive working relationships with children, acting as a role model and setting high expectations;

• is kind, caring, energetic and enthusiastic;

• encourages pupils to interact with others and engage all children in learning activities led by the teacher;

• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoys working within a supportive team;

• is well organised, flexible and creative;

• is willing to participate fully in ensuring inclusion of all children.

• uses their initiative to ensure the best possible support for pupils and families

• is keen to continue to develop professionally

What we offer: 

• a school committed to developing each child as an individual to their full potential;

• happy children who are eager to learn;

• a commitment to quality professional development for all;

• the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, supportive and caring team.

Benefits for you include:

• cycle to work scheme 

• use of Trust fitness gym (based at St Mary’s College)

• discounted local authority leisure and sports facilities

• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice

• option to join payable Health Care scheme

• free onsite parking

• a wide range of learning and continuous professional development

• access to Pension Scheme with employee contributions

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you have any queries, please contact the school.

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