Early Years Practitioner

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government pension scheme

Professional development support

Progression across two sites

Welcoming, collaborative team

Senior leadership support

Job summary

Greenleas School in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a term-time only Early Years Practitioner to lead play-based learning for children aged two to four. You will run role play, storytelling and early phonics while supporting children’s confidence and curiosity across the pre-school and pre-reception provision.

The position is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with progression opportunities across the two school sites and a commitment to Inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified early years practitioner.
• Consistently high standard of early years practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging early years activities such as role play, storytelling and early phonics.
• Draw on a range of approaches and resources to support inclusion and curiosity.
• Help children explore, learn and grow in confidence.
• Make each day varied and full of learning opportunities for young learners.
• Uphold the school's vision and core values so children are school-ready, safe and enjoy learning.
• Act as a role model for others in early years practice.
• Contribute ideas and collaborate as an active member of the school team.

Skills

Early years education

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job description

This term-time only post sits in the Early Years Team at Greenleas School, supporting children aged two to four in its pre-school and pre-reception provision. The work centres on leading play-based learning, such as role play, storytelling and early phonics, while building children's confidence and curiosity. Hours are 32.5 a week, Monday to Friday, with progression available across the school's two sites. Applicants need a Level 3 early years qualification, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Lead engaging early years activities such as role play, storytelling and early phonics
• Draw on a range of approaches and resources to support inclusion and curiosity
• Help children explore, learn and grow in confidence
• Make each day varied and full of learning opportunities for young learners
• Uphold the school's vision and core values so children are school-ready, safe and enjoy learning
• Act as a role model for others in early years practice
• Contribute ideas and collaborate as an active member of the school team

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified early years practitioner

Experience

• Consistently high standard of early years practice

Skills & knowledge

• Confident and passionate about early years education
• Willingness to learn and interest in new developments and initiatives
• Flexibility and willingness to embrace change

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check at the appropriate level
• Self-declaration of criminal record and suitability to work with children
• Childcare Disqualification Regulations check
• Additional information if lived or worked outside the UK

Other

• Effective, enthusiastic team player who is willing to work hard
• Commitment to the school's vision and core values
• Willingness to see through team decisions and help build a collaborative culture

What’s offered

• Local Government pension scheme
• Support and encouragement for continuous professional development
• Opportunities for progression across the two sites
• Welcoming, inclusive and collaborative team
• Supportive senior leadership team and governing board