Early Years Practitioner

Step Teachers Ltd; Dereham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for an Early Years Practitioner in Dereham, England. This role involves supporting the learning and development of young children through creative, play-based activities. The ideal candidate should have a relevant Early Years qualification and a passion for working with children. This position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Exclusive deals & discounts

Comprehensive wellness services

Opportunity for referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Has a relevant Early Years qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent).
• Loves working with young children and understands their needs.
• Is patient, kind, and full of energy.
• Is reliable, organised, and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the delivery of creative, play-based learning activities.
• Supporting the class teacher and early years practitioners in daily routines.
• Creating a caring, safe, and stimulating environment.
• Encouraging children’s social, emotional and language development.
• Observing and recording children’s progress.

Skills

Working with young children

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Organization

Education

Relevant Early Years qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3)

Job description

Overview

Are you nurturing, enthusiastic, and passionate about giving children the best start in life? We are looking for a warm and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join an early years team and support the learning and development of our youngest learners in ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the delivery of creative, play-based learning activities

• Supporting the class teacher and early years practitioners in daily routines

• Creating a caring, safe, and stimulating environment

• Encouraging children’s social, emotional and language development

• Observing and recording children’s progress

• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

Qualifications

• Has a relevant Early Years qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)

• Loves working with young children and understands their needs

• Is patient, kind, and full of energy

• Has good communication skills and works well in a team as a Early Years Practitioner.

• Is reliable, organised, and enthusiastic

About Step Teachers

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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