Foundation Stage Keyworker

The leadership team of our school are seeking to appoint a Keyworker to work in our wonderful Foundation Unit (Early Years). The role is to cover the maternity leave of an existing staff member from 15th December 2025 to the end of the 2025-2026 academic year. Specifically, this person will work in Foundation 1 (Nursery) under the direction of the Foundation Leader.

We are looking for someone who can:

- Work as part of the Foundation team to provide a high quality learning environment and learning experiences on a daily basis.
- Be a direct contact for a named group of children, supporting their needs and communicating effectively with parents and the staff team.

The successful candidate must have an approved ‘full and relevant’ Early Years qualification at Level 3.

We can offer:

- Friendly and enthusiastic children
- A supportive staff team
- A committed and supportive Governing Body
- A commitment to your continued professional development

To apply, please visit the Trust website www.emet.uk.com/vacancies and complete the online  application form. On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.

For further information regarding the post, or to arrange an informal discussion about the post, please contact the school office via email office@blidworthoaks.notts.sch.uk or call 01623 792348

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date for applications is 09:00AM on Monday 13th October 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 5th November 2025.