Our Early Years provision is a place of energy, curiosity and high expectations. We are proud of the environment we have created and are now looking for a motivated practitioner to join our Reception team, ready to contribute, grow and make a real impact.

If you are passionate about Early Years practice, believe in continuous provision and want to work in a setting where your professional development is taken seriously, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Why join our Early Years team? 

A thriving Early Years environment – A well-established provision built on sustained investment and a strong commitment to play-based learning.
Professional development that matters – Evidence-informed CPD, coaching and collaboration, including through VNET CIC, to help you refine your practice and progress in your career.
Excellent resources – Carefully designed continuous provision and quality materials that support purposeful learning.
Inspiring outdoor provision – A vibrant outdoor space offering rich opportunities for exploration, independence and creativity every day.
A supportive, ambitious team – A culture built on reflection, teamwork and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.

About the role 

You will work as part of a skilled and committed EYFS team, supporting teaching and learning through purposeful interactions, strong relationships and a good understanding of child development.

We would love to hear from practitioners with Early Years experience who are ready to bring ideas and initiative. Equally, if you are new to EYFS but have the passion and drive to succeed, please apply – our structured induction will help you settle in and grow.

Our school culture 

We are a forward-thinking, community-focused school built on the values of possibility, community and independence. In Early Years, that means believing every child can achieve, building close partnerships with families, and giving children the confidence to lead their own learning. We believe staff development is key to making this happen.

Our team is open to feedback, committed to evidence-informed practice and focused on delivering the very best outcomes for our children.

We want this to be the right fit for you as much as it is for us, which is why we warmly encourage you to visit before applying.

We offer:

A structured induction
Clear opportunities for career progression
Norfolk Rewards – staff discount programme

We would love to show you around. Please contact Kerry Tucker, School Business Manager, who will be more than happy to arrange your visit.

How to apply:

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Completed applications should be returned via email to - admin@fairstead.norfolk.sch.uk

or by post to Kerry Tucker, Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School, William Booth Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4RR.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you require any additional support to enable you to make an application please contact Kerry Tucker, School Business Manager: by email to - admin@fairstead.norfolk.sch.uk or phone: 01553 774666.

Closing date: 15 October 2026, Midnight

Interview dates: TBC

Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for appointment to this post. We are unable to accept CVs in place of application forms.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

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