Early Years Educator

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED is recruiting for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming primary school in Harlow, within their EYFS class. This is a full-time long-term opportunity starting ASAP and would suit an experienced nursery practitioner who enjoys supporting young children as they begin their educational journey.

You will work as part of the EYFS team, helping to provide a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can learn, play and develop, in line with the

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Has experience working with young children.
• Ideally has experience within a nursery, preschool, EYFS or primary school.
• Has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Is warm, caring and nurturing.
• Is enthusiastic and enjoys working with young children.
• Can build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Is reliable, flexible and adaptable.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Previous experience working in a Nursery, Preschool, Reception or EYFS setting would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children within an EYFS / Early Years classroom
• Helping deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning and play activities
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
• Supporting children's development in line with the EYFS framework
• Working alongside the class teacher and wider school team
• Helping children develop positive relationships with their peers
• Supporting daily routines, transitions and classroom activities
• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating learning environment
• Observing children's progress and supporting their individual needs
• Following school safeguarding, health and safety procedures

Skills

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/3

Experience with young children

Team player

Warm and nurturing

EYFS understanding

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

Are you a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner or Early Years Practitioner looking for a full tine opportunity within a primary school?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming primary school in Harlow, working within their EYFS class.

This is a fantastic long-term opportunity starting ASAPwould be ideal for an experienced nursery practitioner who enjoys supporting young children as they begin their educational journey.

About the Role

You will work as part of the EYFS team, helping to provide a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can learn, play and develop.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children within an EYFS / Early Years classroom
• Helping deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning and play activities
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
• Supporting children's development in line with the EYFS framework
• Working alongside the class teacher and wider school team
• Helping children develop positive relationships with their peers
• Supporting daily routines, transitions and classroom activities
• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating learning environment
• Observing children's progress and supporting their individual needs
• Following school safeguarding, health and safety procedures

About You

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Has experience working with young children
• Ideally has experience within a nursery, preschool, EYFS or primary school
• Has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Is warm, caring and nurturing
• Is enthusiastic and enjoys working with young children
• Can build positive relationships with children and staff
• Is reliable, flexible and adaptable
• Works well as part of a team

Previous experience working in a Nursery, Preschool, Reception or EYFS setting would be highly desirable.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• ASAP start
• Long-term opportunity
• Full-time
• Work within a supportive primary school
• Gain valuable EYFS and school-based experience
• Dedicated support from your GSL Education consultant
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to training and professional development
• Potential for further long‑term opportunities