Early Years Practitioner

Ethos Education; New Addington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus payments throughout the year

Good transport links

Staff parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Escrick Preschool in New Addington is looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their supportive nursery team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in Early Years or Childcare and experience working with children under 5. Responsibilities include planning EYFS-aligned activities, creating a stimulating environment, and fostering children's development. This full-time position offers numerous benefits including bonuses, staff parking, and opportunities for career progression. The nursery is committed to safeguarding children and requires candidates to undergo a vetting procedure.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Ability to plan and deliver play-based learning activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering play-based learning activities based on the EYFS curriculum.
• Creating a stimulating, supportive, and safe learning environment.
• Supporting early reading, vocabulary, literacy, and communication development.
• Assisting in the development of early maths skills.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Child development

Play-based learning

Education

Relevant qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

New Addington - Early Years Practitioner - Immediate Start

Vibrant and supportive nursery in New Addington currently seeking an Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about early childhood development to join the friendly team of staff!

Prior experience working with children under 5 within a nursery or childcare setting would be ideal, and a relevant qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential for the suitable Early Years Practitioner.

Strong knowledge of EYFS and children's learning and development is important for the successful Early Years Practitioner, as you are playing a key role in preparing young children for their future, and supporting their growth and development during their most formative years.

As an Early Years Practitioner, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Planning and delivering play-based learning activities and exploration based on the EYFS curriculum that promote children's learning and development
• Creating an environment that is stimulating, supportive and safe, and that enables children to grow and learn at their own pace
• Supporting and assisting with early reading, vocabulary, literacy and communication development
• Assisting with the development of early maths skills, following the Early Years Framework
• Establishing positive relationships with children and their families
• Carrying out observations and tracking key children's progress

The management team at this nursery cares a lot about every member of staff, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will be working with a team of friendly individuals who are dedicated to supporting early years.

This nursery is truly a great place to work, with plenty of opportunities for you to develop and progress in your career, as well as various benefits such as bonuses paid throughout the year, and located in New Addington there are good transport links and staff parking, as well as a cycle to work scheme.

This is a permanent position for the suitable Early Years Practitioner to work full time Monday-Friday, to start ASAP. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now and we will be in touch soon!

Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.