Level 3 Early Years Practitioner - Haytor View Community Primary School & Nursery (Connect Academy Trust)
- Teignbridge, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- Grade D £13.90 - £15.31 per hour
We are looking for an exceptional level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our team from September 2026 to provide high-quality early years education and care, supporting children to achieve their full potential academically, socially, emotionally and physically.
The L3 Early Years Practitioner will work as part of the Nursery and Early Years team to support the planning, delivery and assessment of learning within the Nursery and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where all children can thrive.
The postholder will work collaboratively with the Nursery Manager, teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies to ensure children receive the highest standards of care, learning and development in line with the vision, values and expectations of Connect Academy Trust. The postholder may also supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the Nursery Manager/teacher.
The successful candidate will
- Have full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification.
- Be experienced working with children in an Early Years Setting and supporting children's learning and development through play-based approaches.
- Have experience of observation, assessment and recording children's progress.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Be experienced in establishing positive relationships with parents and carers.
- Have a secure knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage network.
Connect Academy Trust
Connect is a family of 9 large, successful, and happy primary schools. The Trust now educates over 3500 children with 550 staff, in Plymouth, Torbay and Newton Abbot. Connect formed in 2016 as a values-based Multi Academy Trust of 5 schools in Plymouth. Since then, we have worked closely to support a number of schools and Trusts in the South-West and our family has grown to 9 like-minded schools. We rebranded in 2022 and developed our 4 Anchors: Empowering, Principled, Nurturing and Trail-blazing. Connect is an inclusive Trust and 3 of our schools have specialist support centres, for deaf children, those with an ASC diagnosis and for those with a developmental language disorder.
We can offer you
- A highly supportive school invested in your growth and professional development.
- A Trust culture that promotes diversity, equality and social justice.
- A supportive approach for all staff and an innovative approach to appraisal.
- Comprehensive induction and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development.
- A very dedicated team with a strong positive ethos.
If you have any questions relating to this post please contact Jan Brown, School Business Manager – email jbrown@haytorview.devon.sch.uk.
Connect is fully committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An on-line check of publicly available information will be completed to assess the successful candidate’s suitability to work with children.
To apply, please complete an online application form, Level 3 Early Years Practitioner.
Please apply by 9am on the closing date.
Interview Date: 16th July 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationTeignbridgeDevon
- Work Postcode
TQ12 4BD
- Reference
EK2115
- Occupational GroupChildcareEducation Support
- Salary Details
Grade D £13.90 - £15.31 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
31.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
12/07/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes