Early Years Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Early Years Practitioner for a welcoming SEN school in Chelmsford. The role involves supporting young children in Reception and KS1, using nurturing techniques to foster early development. Candidates must have relevant nursery qualifications and a strong understanding of additional needs. This position offers a pay rate of £90 – £130 per day, with applications encouraged for a supportive and child-centered team.

Qualifications

• Must have nursery or early childhood experience.
• Understanding of early development and SEN needs is essential.
• Patient and confident in supporting young children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in Reception or KS1 in a specialist SEN school.
• Deliver small-group and one-to-one learning sessions.
• Help maintain an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Nurturing early development

Supporting pupils with additional needs

Assisting with early communication

Working collaboratively with teachers

Education

Level 2/3 nursery qualification

Job description

Role: Early Years Practitioner

Location: Chelmsford

Pay Rate: £90 – £130 per day

Start Date: As soon as possible

GSL Education is recruiting experienced Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming SEN school in Chelmsford, working within Reception or KS1. This role is ideal for an Early Years Practitioner who enjoys nurturing early development, building positive routines, and supporting pupils with additional needs.

Nursery experience or a Level 2/3 nursery qualification is highly desirable, making this an excellent opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner with a strong early-childhood background.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in Reception or KS1 within a specialist SEN school
• Assist with early communication, sensory activities, and structured routines
• Deliver small-group and one-to-one learning sessions
• Help maintain an engaging and inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

Essential Requirements

• Experienced Early Years Practitioner or someone with nursery/early childhood experience
• Understanding of early development and SEN needs
• Patient, nurturing, and confident in supporting young children
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through GSL Education)

If this Early Years Practitioner role in Chelmsford sounds like the right next step, we encourage you to apply and join a team that is dedicated, supportive, and child-centred.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the Early Years Practitioner role, please click ‘apply now’ with your most recent CV.