Early Years Worker Level 1

Job Title: Early Years Worker Level 1
School name: Moorgate Primary School

Salary: Grade A SCP 3 (Actual salary £19,516)
Working Pattern: Full Time
Working Hours: 32.5 hours Monday to Friday
Contract Type: 12 month FTC
Show Rounds: Tues 21st April 2026 11:30am to 2:30pm / Weds 22nd April 2026 9:30am to 11:30am / Thurs 23rd April 2026 3pm to 5pm
Start date: September 2026
Closing Date: Noon Monday 27th April 2026
Short Listing: Tuesday 28th April 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 6th May 2026

The Role Moorgate is a fully inclusive primary school in the Tonge Moor area of Bolton. We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Worker Level 1 to join our Mini Moorgate team. You will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 2-3 in a safe and nurturing environment. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills (oral and written), be resilient and have good time management.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting children’s learning through play and planned activities
• Ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Working closely with colleagues and parents
• Observing and recording children’s development

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Early Years
• Experience of working with or caring for children under the age of 5 within an educational setting
• Good communication and teamwork skills

We can offer:

• An outstanding and friendly school that is actively involved in its community
• A professional, positive and hard-working team
• A supportive and knowledgeable governing body
• Happy children who love learning and coming to school
• The Moorgate Family Ethos of Aspire, Achieve and Sparkle

If you are dedicated, creative and enjoy helping children grow and develop, we would love to hear from you.

An informal visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact school for an appointment.

For further details of the role and how we use your data, please see:
Job Description and Person Specification
Application Form

Completed applications should be returned to: The Headteacher, Moorgate Primary School, Entwistle Street, Bolton BL2 2RH or email direct to office@moorgate.bolton.sch.uk

The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check