Early Years Practitioner

Pumpkin Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to foster children’s development through play-based learning in London. The role offers a competitive salary, further training, and the flexibility to work year-round or term time only. Ideal candidates will hold relevant childcare qualifications and possess strong observational skills.

Benefits

Excellent further training

Career progression opportunities

Paid holidays

Frequent pay reviews

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2/3 childcare qualification or equivalent degree.
• Experience in early years education.
• Ability to foster children's development through play.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement creative activities for early years education.
• Foster child development through play-based learning.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress.

Skills

Creative Planning

Observation and Assessment

Communication

Education

BTEC/CACHE/NVQ Level 2 or 3 diploma in childcare

BA in Early Years Education

Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)

Montessori Teaching Qualification

BA in Education

PGCE

Job description

Early Years Practitioner

We are seeking a Early Years Practitioner with either a BTEC/ CACHE/ NVQ Level 2 or 3 diploma in childcare and early years education or a BA in early years education from UK or Overseas University.

Alternatively Qualified Teaching Status (QTS), Montessori Teaching Qualification or BA in Education, PGCE would also be desirable

Starting salary: 27,000pa- 31,000pa (negotiable) + excellent further training and career progression opportunities, paid holidays, frequent pay reviews, and other benefits. Option to work either all year round or Term Time Only.

Duties and responsibilities include:
- Planning and implementing creative and learning activities for children in line with early years foundation stages and different areas of learning
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based learning
- Observe and assess children's progress, identifying areas for improvement or additional support
- Collaborate with parents and guardians to ensure open communication and involvement in their child's learning journey
- Maintain accurate records of each child's development and milestones
- Playing games with children and supervising play

To apply and find out more please send CV to link provided

Early Years Practitioner