Job Introduction
Join our thriving Beehive Nursery as a Senior Early Years Practitioner and play a key role in an exciting new chapter of our journey. Based within our brand-new purpose-built setting at Barton Farm Primary School, this newly created position offers the opportunity to help shape our expanding provision as we introduce year-round care. We are looking for a passionate, ambitious practitioner who is committed to delivering outstanding early years experiences, supporting colleagues to flourish, and inspiring every child to reach their full potential. In return, you will be part of a warm, supportive school community that values your contributions, invests in your professional development, and provides excellent opportunities for growth through the University of Winchester Academy Trust network.
Why Join Our Team?
As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of valuable benefits designed to support your professional skills, financial wellbeing, health and work-life balance.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
The LGPS is one of the most valuable workplace pension schemes available in the UK. As a defined benefit pension scheme with strong statutory protections, it provides a secure income in retirement. The school contributes approximately three times more than employees contribute themselves, making it significantly more generous than many pension arrangements available elsewhere (including private nurseries).
Additional Benefits
• Cycle to Work Scheme• Free annual flu vaccination• Eye test vouchers• Hampshire pay scales with clear salary progression opportunities• Generous annual leave entitlement (where applicable)• Access to training and professional development opportunities• Staff discount available for dependents & preferential admission to Barton Farm Primary. • Unlike larger nursery groups, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, close-knit environment where relationships matter, decisions are made locally, and every team member can make a meaningful difference.
Application Procedure
Applications should be on University of Winchester Academy Trust application form and individual CV’s will not be accepted. If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Application forms and further information about the school can be found on the Barton Farm Primary School website: https://bartonfarmacademy.co.uk/News/Vacancies/
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will invite candidates to interview in November and December whilst the vacancy remains open.
For an informal conversation about the post or to arrange to meet our Early Years Leader, Hannah Griffiths, please contact us by email at h.griffiths@bartonfarm.uwinat.co.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to Hannah Griffiths via email at the above address. Alternatively, a paper copy sent to Barton Farm primary Academy Glazier Road, Kings Barton, Winchester, SO22 6HS.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
We currently do not use AI tools in our recruitment processes; however, we understand that you may choose to use AI tools to help you with your application.
If you do, please remember:
· AI-generated answers can often be generic and impersonal, which may not accurately reflect your qualifications, skills, and experiences
· AI-generated applications may lack the personal touch that human-written applications have, this may make you seem less engaged or interested
· Ensure the information provided genuinely represents your own voice and experience
· You must not provide false or misleading information
· If you rely too heavily on AI you might not develop the necessary skills to communicate your experiences and qualifications effectively in interviews or other stages of the hiring process. This may make you come across to the interviewer as a different person to the one that wrote the application form, and you may not be successful in the interview.
Safer Recruitment Statement
The University of Winchester Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Candidates that are shortlisted will be subject to an online check. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks, including Children’s Barred List. Prior to interview, an online search will be carried out on information that is publicly available as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
