EYFS Practitioner
| Posting date: | 30 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | NJC grade 3 - 4 Estimated Actual £17,987 to £18,852 (FTE £24,796 - £25,989) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 April 2026 |
| Location: | Crawley |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3420 |
Summary
Job Advert
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and proactive EYFS practitioner to join our supportive and collaborative team, across
our nursery and reception classes. You will encourage our children to be unique, foster their curiosity and support them on a
journey of discovery enabling them to be inquisitive and confident learners.
Please note: This advert closes at midday on 19/04/2026
As an EYFS practitioner you’ll immerse yourself with our stimulating Early Years Foundation Stage and engage in learning through
creative play. The ability to sing in tune is not necessary; however, the ability to sing out of tune in front of children is
essential.
You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team of practitioners and teachers. It’s not necessarily the
length of your experience as an EYFS practitioner that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission,
ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal EYFS practitioner will be someone who is:
* A great communicator and team player with excellent interpersonal skills
* Committed to helping develop an exciting and nurturing learning environment with indoor and outdoor activities
* Passionate about education and has the ability to plan for children's development
* Able to observe and plan activities for children in a small group
* Able to write accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests and stages of development of the child
As an EYFS practitioner we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a
priority for us. We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Excellent ongoing CPD
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About The Oaks Primary School
Our school motto is Roots to grow, wings to fly, success and confidence for all. This encapsulates our nurturing ethos and belief
that strong foundations enable every child to become confident independent learners, experience success and flourish as
responsible citizens. We have a highly skilled team of teachers and support staff who are extremely caring and totally committed
to developing and improving children’s learning, happiness and well-being. We believe that sound values and a positive attitude
are crucial for our pupils to become life-long learners and responsible, valuable members of the community. Our expectations of
the children are very high and we believe that every child will have academic success. We want all our children to love school,
love learning and feel proud of their own achievements. To find out more visit our website here [https://www.oaks-tkat.org/].
To discover what makes The Oaks Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293
527473 or email office@oaks-tkat.org [office@oaks-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and proactive EYFS practitioner to join our supportive and collaborative team, across
our nursery and reception classes. You will encourage our children to be unique, foster their curiosity and support them on a
journey of discovery enabling them to be inquisitive and confident learners.
Please note: This advert closes at midday on 19/04/2026
As an EYFS practitioner you’ll immerse yourself with our stimulating Early Years Foundation Stage and engage in learning through
creative play. The ability to sing in tune is not necessary; however, the ability to sing out of tune in front of children is
essential.
You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team of practitioners and teachers. It’s not necessarily the
length of your experience as an EYFS practitioner that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission,
ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal EYFS practitioner will be someone who is:
* A great communicator and team player with excellent interpersonal skills
* Committed to helping develop an exciting and nurturing learning environment with indoor and outdoor activities
* Passionate about education and has the ability to plan for children's development
* Able to observe and plan activities for children in a small group
* Able to write accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests and stages of development of the child
As an EYFS practitioner we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a
priority for us. We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Excellent ongoing CPD
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About The Oaks Primary School
Our school motto is Roots to grow, wings to fly, success and confidence for all. This encapsulates our nurturing ethos and belief
that strong foundations enable every child to become confident independent learners, experience success and flourish as
responsible citizens. We have a highly skilled team of teachers and support staff who are extremely caring and totally committed
to developing and improving children’s learning, happiness and well-being. We believe that sound values and a positive attitude
are crucial for our pupils to become life-long learners and responsible, valuable members of the community. Our expectations of
the children are very high and we believe that every child will have academic success. We want all our children to love school,
love learning and feel proud of their own achievements. To find out more visit our website here [https://www.oaks-tkat.org/].
To discover what makes The Oaks Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293
527473 or email office@oaks-tkat.org [office@oaks-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
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