Early Years Practitioner

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,930 - 27,300; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting an Early Years Practitioner in Sheffield to deliver engaging, child-centred activities that support social, emotional and educational development. You will observe progress, contribute to records, and collaborate with families to promote wellbeing and development in a safe, stimulating setting.

Role offers full-time/part-time day-to-day or long-term placements with DBS/safeguarding checks required; salary paid weekly (£460-£600) depending on experience, starting

Qualifications

• Experience in an Early Years setting is desirable.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver activities that support children's early development.
• Observe children's development and contribute to progress records and assessments.
• Promote communication, creativity, and social interaction through play-based learning.
• Establish positive routines that support children's wellbeing and independence.
• Work with colleagues and families to support children's development.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for all children.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Enhanced DBS

Child development

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner, Location: Sheffield, Pay: £460-£600 per week (depending on experience), Start Date: September 2026, Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term

Do you enjoy creating nurturing environments where young children can learn, explore, and thrive?

GSL Education South Yorkshire branch are working with vibrant schools in Sheffield to recruit an Early Years Practitioner. The ideal candidate will be able to create engaging learning experiences, support children's development, and contribute to a safe and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

The Early Years Practitioner (EYP) is going to focus on fostering children's social, emotional, physical, and educational development through creative and child-centred learning opportunities.

Responsibilities of EYP:

• Help deliver activities that support children's early development
• Observe children's development and contribute to progress records and assessments
• Promote communication, creativity, and social interaction through play-based learning
• Establish positive routines that support children's wellbeing and independence
• Work with colleagues and families to support children's development
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for all children

Early Years Practitioner Requirements:

• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting is desirable
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Ability to build warm and positive relationships with young children
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach to supporting early development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join GSL Education:

• Receive weekly pay between £460 and £600, depending on your experience
• Join supportive early years settings that value high-quality childcare and education
• Develop your skills through a variety of rewarding placements
• Benefit from ongoing support provided by dedicated education recruitment consultants
• Make a lasting impact during the most important stages of a child's development

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the South Yorkshire.

For more information or to register your interest in the \'Early Years Practitioner\' role, or to be considered, please click \'apply now\' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.