Hetton Lyons Nursery School - Early Years Practitioner
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
CHILDREN’S SERVICES
School: Hetton Lyons Nursery School
Address: Four Lane Ends, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton-le-Spring, DH5 0AH
Tel: (0191) 5170808 or 07532816702
Email: linda.ruane@schools.sunderland.gov.uk
Headteacher: Ailsa Higgins
X 2 Positions: Early Years Practitioner Grade 3 – Permanent 37 Hours Term Time Only.
Salary from: £26,403 - £28,142 pro rota
The Governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, flexible early years practitioner to be part of the nursery school team.
The post holder will work as part of a team at Hetton Lyons Nursery School.
The successful applicant will provide high quality care and learning experiences for children aged birth to five, working in partnership with parents and carers. They will support all children including those with additional and special educational needs. Applicants for the post must have at least an NVQ level 3 qualifications in Childcare and a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Birth to 3 Matters.
This is a challenging and interesting role and the successful candidate will report directly to the Senior Leadership Team.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from Disclosure and Barring Services.
School safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
Application forms and further details are available by emailing the above address.
Prospective applicants are welcome to contact Linda Ruane the Business manager for further information.
Closing Date: 4th December 2026
Interviews: Week Beginning 7th December 2026
CHILDREN’S SERVICES
School: Hetton Lyons Nursery School
Address: Four Lane Ends, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton-le-Spring, DH5 0AH
Tel: (0191) 5170808 or 07532816702
Email: linda.ruane@schools.sunderland.gov.uk
Headteacher: Ailsa Higgins
X 2 Positions: Early Years Practitioner Grade 3 – Permanent 37 Hours Term Time Only.
Salary from: £26,403 - £28,142 pro rota
The Governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, flexible early years practitioner to be part of the nursery school team.
The post holder will work as part of a team at Hetton Lyons Nursery School.
The successful applicant will provide high quality care and learning experiences for children aged birth to five, working in partnership with parents and carers. They will support all children including those with additional and special educational needs. Applicants for the post must have at least an NVQ level 3 qualifications in Childcare and a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Birth to 3 Matters.
This is a challenging and interesting role and the successful candidate will report directly to the Senior Leadership Team.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from Disclosure and Barring Services.
School safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
Application forms and further details are available by emailing the above address.
Prospective applicants are welcome to contact Linda Ruane the Business manager for further information.
Closing Date: 4th December 2026
Interviews: Week Beginning 7th December 2026
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Salary range
- £26,403 - £28,142 per year