Early Years Practitioner

Best In Class Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Best in Class is seeking an Early Years Practitioner in Bradford to support children aged 0–5 in a welcoming nursery or setting. Roles available part-time or full-time, with salary of £93–£100 per day depending on experience and qualifications.

You will plan engaging activities, support child development, and work within EYFS guidelines in a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in early years/nursery/childcare settings.
• Early Years/Childcare qualification (Level 2 or 3) desirable.
• Caring, patient and nurturing approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 0–5.
• Plan and support engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage social, emotional, physical and educational development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support development in line with EYFS framework.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Observe progress and contribute to learning records and assessments.
• Support children’s personal care needs where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote children’s confidence and independence.
• Work as part of a supportive early years team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner – Part-Time & Full-Time

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK
Salary: £93–£100 per day
Contract: Part-time or Full-time

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join a welcoming nursery or early years setting in Bradford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young children’s development and creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

The Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:

• Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 0–5.
• Plan and support engaging, age-appropriate activities and experiences.
• Encourage children’s social, emotional, physical and educational development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support children’s development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Observe children’s progress and contribute to learning records and assessments.
• Support children’s personal care needs where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote children’s confidence and independence.
• Work as part of a supportive early years team.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working with children in an early years, nursery or childcare setting.
• A relevant Early Years/Childcare qualification, such as Level 2 or Level 3, is desirable.
• A caring, patient and nurturing approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• An enhanced DBS check, or be willing to obtain one.

What’s on Offer

• £93–£100 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Part-time and full-time opportunities available.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience within early years education.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to children’s development.
• Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities.

If you are a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Bradford, we would love to hear from you.