Early Year Practitioner

Start Date: September 2026

 Contract: Fixed Term, until August 2027

 Working hours: 36 hours per week

 Salary: £25,583 - £28,598  (pro rata £22,005 - £24,599 per annum)

 Do you have a passion for helping our youngest children flourish into confident, curious and happy learners?

About the Role:

To provide high-quality care and education for children in our Early Years setting, ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment that supports their holistic development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

 Key Responsibilities:

• Support excellent teaching and learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Carry out interventions that support children’s learning and development.
• Foster strong, trusting relationships with children, parents and colleagues to create a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities and interactions that encourage curiosity, creativity and problem-solving in line with the EYFS framework.
• Maintain a vigilant approach to safeguarding, ensuring children’s welfare is always the highest priority.
• Ensure all children feel valued and included, promoting equality, diversity and positive attitudes to learning.

Qualification Criteria:

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above
• Right to work in the U.K.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• Level 3 Early Years Qualification or equivalent (desirable)

Ready to make a difference?

If you are warm, creative and passionate about giving young children the very best start in life, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to build a joyful, nurturing and ambitious Early Years environment.

How to apply and who to contact:

To find out more about life at Ark Tindal, visit our website or follow us on social media. We welcome visits to the school or informal chats with our team - just contact us at [email protected] or call 0121 464 3049. To apply, please visit: www.arktindalprimary.org/vacancies Closing date: Monday 29th June 2026

• Wonderful children: behaviour and attitudes are exceptional, and pupils appreciate the opportunities they receive
• A supportive environment: join a friendly team that values collaboration and growth
• Training and development: access our strong programme for professional development
• An inclusive community: a school committed to the enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing of all

Our vision at Ark Tindal is to provide an exceptional education that inspires all children to flourish into confident, successful and well-rounded individuals. We have a strong focus on character development and pastoral well-being, as well as the academic curriculum. We are a two-form entry primary school and getting to know our children and families is at the heart of everything we do. We offer support to the community, and we hold regular events which enable parents and carers to share in the life of the school and in their children’s learning. 

Ark Tindal is a nurturing, exciting and innovative place to learn and to teach. "Team Tindal" is a strong community, and our staff see themselves as one big family. We take staff wellbeing seriously, recognise the importance of effective communication and do what we can to support our team. We are committed to the development of our staff and have an extensive professional development offering, which enables us to work to our highest potential.

You will also be part of Ark’s thriving hub of primary and secondary schools in Birmingham working with regional teams, which offer additional guidance and support in aspects of the role.

Staff say that this is an exciting place to work where they are lucky to be part of a supportive and welcoming team.

'I have never been so well equipped in my role – CPD is taken seriously, and I have access to a broad range of training.’

Visitors say that our children are polite, hard-working, inquisitive and charming.  The exemplary behaviour of pupils is often remarked upon.

Children tell us that they feel safe and happy and look forward to coming to school each day.  Parents are grateful for the opportunities to get involved that help them to support their children.