Early Years Practitioner

About Early Years Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to support young children in EYFS settings across South Manchester. Flexible opportunities include daily supply, long-term placements or temp-to-perm roles, with options for full-time or part-time hours.

The role emphasizes play-based learning, safeguarding, and strong teamwork within nurseries and schools. Competitive daily pay and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Recent experience in nursery/preschool/childcare EYFS environment.
• Sound understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• Right to Work in the UK – no sponsorship available.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development within the EYFS.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote learning through play.
• Support children's communication, language, literacy and numeracy development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Help establish routines that promote independence, confidence and wellbeing.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress where required.
• Support children with varying needs and developmental stages.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and nursery staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

Level 2 EYFS qualification

Level 3 EYFS qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner

Location: South Manchester
Salary: GBP92.63 - GBP120 per day depending on experience
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time or part-time, temporary. Temp-to-perm opportunities may be available.

Do you love supporting young children during their earliest stages of learning and development?

Are you passionate about creating engaging environments where children can learn through play, exploration and discovery?

Perhaps you're looking for a role that offers flexibility, work-life balance, or the opportunity to work in a range of nurseries and schools across South Manchester.

Prospero Teaching are looking for enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Practitioners for flexible opportunities across South Manchester. We can work around your preferences, whether you're looking for daily supply, long-term placements or a role with the potential to become permanent.

Early Years Practitioner - Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play.
• Support children's communication, language, literacy and numeracy development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Help establish routines that promote independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress where required.
• Support children with varying needs and developmental stages.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, nursery staff and other professionals.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are consistently met.

Early Years Practitioner - Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK - no sponsorship available.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Recent experience working with children within a nursery, preschool, childcare setting or primary school EYFS environment.
• Sound understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• In-house Training and Development Team.