Early Years Practitioner

Coba Education Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Coba Education Ltd in Milton Keynes is seeking a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming school setting.

You will support children’s learning through play, help create a safe, nurturing environment and work closely with the class teacher and EYFS team to promote safeguarding and development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification recognised as full and relevant under DfE guidance.
• Experience in an Early Years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning through play-based activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Support children's communication, confidence and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team.
• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Support children's personal care and daily routines where required.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies.

Skills

Early years experience

Caring

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Are you a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Milton Keynes?

Coba Education is recruiting an enthusiastic, nurturing and experienced Early Years Practitioner to work within a welcoming school setting in Milton Keynes.

Essential Requirement

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification that is recognised as ‘full and relevant’ under current Department for Education (DfE) guidance.

The Role

Working as part of the school's Early Years team, you will:

• Support children with their learning and development through engaging, play-based activities
• Help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
• Support children's communication, confidence and independence
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team
• Provide individual and small-group support
• Support children's personal care and daily routines where required
• Follow all safeguarding and school policies

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a DfE-recognised full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Has experience working within an Early Years setting
• Has a good understanding of the EYFS
• Is caring, patient and enthusiastic
• Can build positive relationships with children and colleagues
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding
• Is reliable, proactive and ready to become part of the school team

Why Work with Coba Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Friendly, supportive consultants who get to know you
• Opportunities across MiltonKeynes and surrounding areas
• Flexible and ongoing work
• Long-term opportunities available
• Straightforward registration and compliance process
• Recommend‑a‑friend opportunities

Interested?

If you're a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner with a full and relevant qualification and would love to work within a school in Milton Keynes, we'd love to hear from you.