St. John's Church of England VC Infants' School and Jumping Johns Nursery are looking to appoint a committed and creative Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our Early Years team from December 2025.

This is a fixed-term maternity cover post, working 27.25 hours a week during term time only.

We are a welcoming and inclusive setting in the heart of Glastonbury, offering high-quality care and learning for all our children. We provide a safe and stimulating environment, with play experiences that support all aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

We welcome applicants who are:

• Experienced in working within a nursery or early years setting (minimum 1 year)
• Familiar with working with children with additional or special educational needs
• Patient, enthusiastic and resilient
• Passionate about early childhood development
• Committed to inclusive practice

Job share:

We are open to job share arrangements for the right candidates. Please contact the school office to discuss options.

Safeguarding:

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and online background checks for all shortlisted candidates.

How to apply:

Visits to the nursery are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, contact the school office.

To apply, complete a Somerset Council application form, available via the DAS Jobs website or directly from the school office. Please include a covering letter addressed to the Headteacher, Mrs Kerry Devane, and send it via email to: [email protected]

St. John's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.