Early Years Practitioner

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

AMA Admin is seeking an Early Years Level 3 Practitioner to join a Gateshead nursery. You will deliver high-quality care and early education across the EYFS, plan engaging activities, and monitor development in a safe, inclusive setting.

As a key person you will build strong relationships with children and families while following safeguarding procedures. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 15.30pm.

Qualifications

• EY qualification (CACHE/NVQ or equivalent) required.
• Experience in an early years setting essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and early education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Observe, assess and track children's development and progress.
• Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and parents.
• Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, welfare and health & safety procedures.
• Support identification of SEND needs and liaise with parents and professionals.
• Promote inclusive practice across the setting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Early Years qualification (CACHE/NVQ or equivalent)

Job description

Early Years Level 3 Practitioner

Location: Gateshead

Salary: Depending on Experience

Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 15.30pm

Our Nursery are so excited to be growing & can't wait to welcome new members to their supportive, fun, and decicated team.

Nursery based in Gateshead are currently recruiting for two Early Years Practitioners to join a welcoming and nurturing early years setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate childcare professional who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences and supporting children's development in a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment.

The role will involve working with children across the early years age range and supporting their learning, development and wellbeing in line with the EYFS framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality care and early education in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
• Observe, assess and track children's development and progress
• Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and parents
• Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment
• Follow safeguarding, welfare and health & safety procedures

You may also support children with additional needs by:

• Supporting identification of SEND needs
• Implementing individual support plans
• Liaising with parents and external professionals
• Promoting inclusive practice across the setting

What the Nursery are looking for:

• Early Years qualification (CACHE/NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience working in an early years setting
• Someone passionate, caring, and eager to help children thrive
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.