Early Years Practitioner

We seek to appoint as soon as possible a committed and highly motivated Early Years Practitioner for the above position on a temporary to permanent basis.
Star Primary School is a vibrant multicultural school committed to excellent educational provision. We deliver a Rights Based Curriculum (UNICEF) with an extensive enrichment offer. Our school community has a strong ethos and shared vision, which lay the foundations for excellence in teaching and learning. Staff wellbeing is high on the priority list.

Purpose of the job:

● To provide high-quality care, education and support for children within a school-based nursery/reception class, acting as the key person for a designated group of children in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.

● The postholder will establish warm, responsive and trusting relationships with children and their families, supporting children’s emotional security, well-being, learning and development. They will use their knowledge of child development, ongoing observation and formative assessment to inform interactions, adapt provision and support children to make progress from their individual starting points.

● The Level 3 Early Years Educator will take an active role in delivering the EYFS curriculum, maintaining an inclusive and stimulating learning environment, promoting children’s independence and preparing children for a successful transition into the next stage of learning.

● The postholder will work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher, Early Years Leader and wider school team to ensure that practice reflects statutory requirements, school policies and the school’s expectations for high-quality early years education.

We can offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic children and an effective and dedicated staff team, with the support of enthusiastic governors and parents. We provide excellent opportunities for furthering your professional development and a chance to make a real difference to our school. We can also offer a supportive and nurturing working environment and excellent employee wellbeing benefits.

The school is committed to professional development and equality for all staff and will provide a high level of induction and training for new staff members. Visits to the school are warmly invited. Please make an appointment to visit the school on 0207 476 5336.

Application forms are available from the school website directly or email: info@star.newham.sch.uk

At Star we offer:

● An on-site day-care centre with staff priority places for 0-3 year olds
● Excellent transport links (Star Lane DLR station, 276 bus route and close to tube)
● Opportunity to work with happy and well behaved children who are excited about learning
● Established support network from SLT and other teachers within the school
● Excellent CPD opportunities, including lesson study cycles and whole school research projects
● Inspiring playground and excellent facilities that reflect our holistic ethos and school values
● A well-established staff wellbeing programme

Please contact Forhana Begum for an application pack or further information on info@star.newham.sch.uk CV’s will not be accepted. Accompanying statements should outline the candidate’s passion and expertise.

Closing Date: 01/11/2026
Interviews to be held in w/b 9/11/2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check. All positions are temporary for the first year with a view to being made permanent.

In accordance with paragraph 299 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (2026), Star Primary School will carry out an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.