000B 6DC6 / 1 – Early Years Worker

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington Blake Recruitment is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to work with children aged 0-5 and their families in Greater Manchester. You will deliver sessions, plan play-based activities and support development in line with EYFS.

We are looking for an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare, experience with vulnerable groups, and strong communication skills. You will work in a multi-agency team across Family Hubs and community settings.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years/Childcare.
• Experience with children and families, including vulnerable groups.
• Experience planning and evaluating activities or programmes.
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in IT systems and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and group sessions with children and families.
• Plan and deliver play-based learning activities aligned with EYFS.
• Support children's communication and language development.
• Engage families at Family Hubs, community venues, and homes.
• Maintain accurate records using IT systems and safeguarding tools.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning activities

IT literacy

Multi-agency teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years/Childcare

Tools

Early Help Modules

Liquidlogic

Job description

Work Pattern: 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri

PAYE Pay Rate: £15.31 per hour

Main Purpose

To work directly with young children aged 0-5 and their families, helping improve school readiness, learning, development and access to support services.

Typical Duties

• Deliver one-to-one and group sessions with children and families.
• Plan and deliver play-based learning and development activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support children with communication, language, speech and listening development.
• Work with families in Family Hubs, community venues and family homes.
• Identify children and families who may need additional support and signpost them to appropriate services.
• Complete assessments and contribute to Early Help plans.
• Maintain accurate records using systems such as Early Help Modules and Liquidlogic.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside partner agencies.
• Engage families and encourage them to participate in Family Hub services.
• Attend team and operational meetings and contribute to service planning.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years/Childcare.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly vulnerable groups.
• Experience planning and evaluating activities or programmes.
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and use IT systems.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency team.