Early Years Practitioner

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Early Years Educator to join a welcoming pre-school in Fleetwood. The role involves planning and delivering educational activities in a stimulating environment, ensuring the well-being of children, and supporting their development. Applicants should have a Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for nurturing young minds.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Access to CPD courses

Flexible work options

Agency worker regulation protection

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a pre-school or nursery setting.
• Comprehensive understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Genuine passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging activities.
• Creating a safe and stimulating environment.
• Observing and assessing children's progress.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Creativity

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Overview

Early Years Educator (Level 2 or 3) Wanted! Join Our Pre-School in Fleetwood.

Are you a dedicated and passionate Level 3 Early Years professional ready to inspire and nurture young minds?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our welcoming pre-school setting in Fleetwood, starting ASAP. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a stimulating and supportive environment where every child can flourish.

About the Role

You\'ll be working full-time on a temporary contract. This setting is open all year round, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM to 4:00 PM. You will play a crucial role in the development and education of our pre-school children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children\'s learning and development across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel happy, secure, and confident to explore.
• Supporting and encouraging toileting with young children.
• Assisting with the personal care of young children, including babies and under 2-year-olds.
• Helping with mealtimes, including feeding and cleaning up.
• Supporting continuous provision, fostering curiosity in learning, and promoting a mix of indoor and outdoor learning to enhance children\'s development and understanding of the wider world.
• Observing and assessing children\'s progress, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to their individual learning journeys.
• Building strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensuring the well-being and safety of all children in your care, adhering to all safeguarding policies and procedures.

What We\'re Looking For

• A full Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Previous experience working in a pre-school or nursery setting with young children.
• A comprehensive understanding of the EYFS framework and its implementation.
• A genuine passion for working with young children, understanding their unique developmental needs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a proactive approach to learning and development.
• A commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive early years environment.

Why Join Tradewind?

• Your income matters: We will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters: We offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College.
• Your flexibility matters: We tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions available local to you.
• Agency worker regulation protected!
• Your well-being matters: We put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.