Early Years Practitioner

Ethos Education; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in North West London is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner for a permanent role. Join a supportive management team and work with like-minded colleagues in a nurturing environment. The role requires prior experience with children under 5, along with a Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare. Opportunities for career progression, fully funded training, and bonuses are available, alongside benefits like discounted childcare and regular pay rises.

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Cycle to work scheme

Regular pay rises

Fully funded further training

Regular pay rises

Qualifications

• Experience with children under 5 in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Good understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Passion for working in Early Years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities that stimulate children's imagination.
• Encourage development through interactive play.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Assist with early reading and maths skills development.
• Create a supportive and safe learning environment.
• Track and assess children's progress and development.

Skills

Planning activities

Encouraging development

Observing children's progress

Education

Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Queens Park: Early Years Practitioners needed!

An excellent opportunity for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join a thriving nursery in Queens Park, North West London in a permanent role. This lovely nursery has great resources, including a private garden area great for outdoor learning and play! The supportive management team truly care about every single member of staff, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will be working with likeminded colleagues in a positive work environment.

There are also plenty of opportunities for career progression, fully funded further training, and bonuses to be paid throughout the year! Other benefits include discounted childcare, cycle to work scheme and regular pay rises.

Prior experience working with children under 5 within a nursery or childcare setting and a minimum of a Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential for this Early Years Practitioner position. A good understanding of the EYFS curriculum and a good attitude and passion for working in Early Years is very important.

Responsibilities

• Planning and leading activities that will stimulate children's imagination and creativity
• Encouraging development through age-appropriate interactive play
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development from a young age
• Assisting with early reading and early maths skills development, following the EYFS curriculum closely
• Helping children to develop positive relationships and form/build on their social skills
• Creating a learning environment that is supportive, stimulating and safe and allows every child to develop at their own pace
• Observing, tracking and assessing key children's progress and development

Early Years Practitioners in NW London, apply now!