Job title and organisation: Early Years Educator (Level 3) - Worthinghead Primary School
Salary: Band 7, Scale Point 11-17 (£20,814 - £23,243)
Hours: 32.5 per week, term time only - (Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:45pm)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Worthinghead Primary School
Closing Date and Time:Thursday 22 January at 12 noon
Early Years Educator (Level 3)
Salary: Band 7, Scale Point 11-17 (£20,814 - £23,243)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:45pm
Start date: 23rd February 2026 (or as soon as possible after this date)
Contract: Permanent
Do you believe that a child’s first year in school sets the stage for a lifetime of curiosity?
Are you the kind of person who sees a cardboard box and also sees a rocket ship?
If you are a motivated, compassionate and organised individual who wants to make a real difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Is an exceptional Level 3 Early Years Educator who understands that the best classrooms are calm and purposeful, whilst offering fun, messy play to help young minds grow and make their biggest discoveries!
- Is passionate about Early Years and who can contribute to an exciting, stimulating, child-centred learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
- Can build positive relationships and communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents.
- Is flexible, proactive and a great team player
- Is committed to promoting inclusion and helping every child to succeed.
- Has a strong knowledge of child development and early years pedagogy.
- Has experience and skills in supporting early reading and early mathematics development.
We can offer:
- A well-resourced learning environment, including a large and engaging outdoor learning space.
- A welcoming and supportive school community.
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A positive working environment where your initiative and contributions are valued.
Visits are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
To apply, go to Prospects Online
Closing date: 12 Noon, Thursday 22nd January 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 28th January 2026
Shortlisted applicants will need to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.
Worthinghead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the safer recruitment process including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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