Early Years Practitioner

1st Staff; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave

CPD opportunities

Supervision and mentoring

Online training resources

Job summary

1st Staff is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to deliver high-quality provision in line with EYFS and Birth to 5 Matters. The role involves designing engaging learning experiences, observing and assessing children, and supporting safeguarding and welfare requirements.

This full-time in-person position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous professional development, mentoring, and access to online training resources.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
• Current DBS check (ideally).
• Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ambitious learning experiences aligned with the EYFS seven areas of learning.
• Deliver the curriculum in a sequenced way that builds on children's prior knowledge.
• Support children to develop their cultural capital through rich and varied experiences.
• Maintain detailed observations and assessments using Birth to 5 Matters guidance.
• Identify and support children with additional needs, working with the SENCO as required.
• Foster positive learning behaviours and self-regulation skills.
• Support children to become resilient, confident, and independent learners.
• Implement consistent behaviour management strategies aligned with the settings policies.
• Promote British Values through everyday practice.
• Contribute to self-evaluation processes and professional development.

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent

Tools

DBS check (ideally)

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking exceptional Early Years Practitioner's to join our dedicated team in delivering outstanding early years provision, as defined by the Ofsted inspection framework. The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework and contribute to maintaining our high-quality provision across all areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Quality of Education (Intent, Implementation, Impact)
   • Design and implement ambitious learning experiences aligned with the EYFS seven areas of learning
   • Deliver the curriculum in a sequenced way that builds on children's prior knowledge
   • Support children to develop their cultural capital through rich and varied experiences
   • Maintain detailed observations and assessments using Birth to 5 Matters guidance
   • Identify and support children with additional needs, working with the SENCO as required
2. 2. Behaviour and Attitudes
   • Foster positive learning behaviours and self-regulation skills
   • Support children to become resilient, confident, and independent learners
   • Implement consistent behaviour management strategies aligned with the settings policies
   • Promote British Values through everyday practice
3. 3. Personal Development
   • Support children's physical and emotional well-being
   • Promote healthy eating and physical activity
   • Help children understand how to keep themselves safe and healthy
   • Foster inclusive practices that celebrate diversity and difference
4. 4. Leadership and Management
   • Contribute to self-evaluation processes
   • Participate in professional development opportunities
   • Mentor less experienced staff when required
   • Maintain accurate documentation for compliance purposes
5. 5. Essential Qualifications and Knowledge
   • Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
   • Thorough understanding of:
   • EYFS statutory framework
   • Birth to 5 Matters guidance
   • Ofsted Education Inspection Framework
   • Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements
   • Current DBS check (ideally)
   • Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
   • Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain)
6. 6. Required Skills and Competencies
   • Ability to deliver exceptional teaching and learning experiences
   • Strong observation and assessment skills
   • Excellence in supporting children's communication and language development
   • Knowledge of child development theory and practice
   • Understanding of effective parent partnership approaches
   • Proficiency in digital learning documentation systems
7. 7. Professional Qualities
   • Commitment to continuous professional development
   • Strong reflective practice skills
   • Ability to work effectively within a team
   • Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
   • Dedication to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion
8. 8. Safeguarding
   • Thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures
   • Understanding of Prevent duty requirements
   • Ability to identify and respond to welfare concerns
   • Knowledge of record-keeping requirements for child protection

Benefits

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Regular supervision and mentoring
• Access to online training resources
• Pension scheme

Working Pattern

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Shift patterns

Note: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and suitable references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,500.00 per year

Schedule

• * Monday to Friday
• * No weekends

Work Location: In person