Early Years Educator

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE

CPD courses access

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our EYFS team in Barnet. You will plan and deliver play-based learning across Nursery and Reception, and lead the room together with colleagues.

You will observe and assess using Development Matters, contribute to children’s learning journeys, liaise with parents, and support SEND/EAL needs. Roles are available full-time or part-time with weekly PAYE pay.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification essential.
• Experience in EYFS setting, Nursery or Reception.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework and Development Matters.
• Observational and assessment skills with learning journeys.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver play-based learning across Nursery and Reception.
• Lead the room alongside colleagues and the class teacher.
• Carry out observations and assessments using Development Matters.
• Contribute to children's learning journeys and liaise with parents.
• Support identification and inclusion of SEND and EAL needs.

Skills

Play-based learning

Observation & assessment

Communication with families

Child development

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment - Immediate / Ongoing

Level 3 Early Years Educator

EYFS (Nursery & Reception) · Barnet, Outer London · Full-time

Salary

£100-£120 per day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

Immediate / Ongoing

Are you a qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator with a genuine passion for the foundation years? Join a warm, well-established EYFS team in Barnet where your expertise, creativity and commitment to child development will be valued every single day.

About the role

Tradewind Recruitment is working with welcoming, well‑resourced primary schools across Barnet to find experienced Level 3 Early Years Educators for immediate and ongoing placements in Nursery and Reception settings. Roles are available on a full-time or part‑time basis.

As a Level 3 Early Years Educator, you will plan and deliver stimulating, play‑based learning experiences in line with the EYFS statutory framework, supporting children's development across all seven areas of learning. You will take a lead role within the room, working alongside other practitioners and the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing and language‑rich environment where every child can thrive.

You will carry out observations and assessments using Development Matters, contribute to children's learning journeys, liaise with parents and carers and support the identification and inclusion of children with SEND and EAL needs under the guidance of the SENCO.

What we are looking for

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 3, BTEC National, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) - essential
• Solid hands‑on experience working in an EYFS setting, ideally Nursery or Reception
• Strong working knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and Development Matters
• Confident in planning and delivering play‑based, child‑led learning across all seven areas
• Skilled in early years observation and assessment, including learning journeys and progress tracking
• Experience supporting children with SEND and EAL in an early years context
• Warm, patient and professional with excellent communication skills for working with children, families and colleagues
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding and child protection knowledge

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment

• Competitive PAYE pay - paid weekly, transparently, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions - pay varied on school, hours and experience
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one
• Real local knowledge of Barnet schools, settings and leadership teams
• Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement

Ready to find the right setting for you?

Contact Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification