Early Years Practitioner

TeacherActive; Metchley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pay

CPD access

Referral scheme

Dedicated consultant

Flexible working

Exclusive roles

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a respected nursery in Selly Oak to recruit an EYFS Practitioner for the 2-Year-Old Room. This full-time role offers a nurturing environment where children learn through play and structured activities.

You will support early years development from 8:45am to 3:15pm, Monday to Friday, with the potential to progress to a permanent position for the right candidate, in a setting rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' EYFS experience.
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (or above).
• Strong initiative, proactive, kind and caring nature.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development, and daily routines.
• Take responsibility for your own group of key children.
• Create fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities.
• Build strong relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Skills

EYFS experience

Strong initiative

Proactive approach

Kind and caring

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Childcare/Early Years

Job description

EYFS Practitioner - Join an Outstanding Nursery Setting

Are you passionate about early years education and helping little learners thrive in their first steps of development? A fantastic opportunity has become available for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated EYFS Practitioner to join an exceptional Pre-School in Selly Oak.

Having worked closely with this wonderful setting for the past 5years, we're proud to support their staffing needs—and they are now looking for a new team member to join their nurturing environment.

About the Role

This is a full-time EYFS Practitioner position, working within the nursery's 2-Year-Old Room.

Monday - Friday | 8:45am - 3:15pm

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Support children's learning, development, and daily routines
• Take responsibility for your own group of key children
• Create fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities
• Build strong relationships with children, staff, and parents

There is also the opportunity for this role to become permanent for the right candidate.

Why You'll Love This Setting

• Rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted
• A warm, friendly, and welcoming team
• A nurturing, home-from-home environment
• Supportive leadership who value your development

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings both experience and heart:

• At least 6 months' EYFS experience
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (or above)
• Strong initiative and a proactive approach
• A kind, patient, and caring nature
• A genuine passion for making a difference in children's lives
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

What You'll Get in Return

• Market-leading rates of pay
• Access to CPD and online training courses
• A fantastic referral scheme
• Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to exclusive roles through TeacherActive