Early Years Practitioner

Whitchurch-on-Thames Pre-school; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitchurch-on-Thames Pre-school is seeking a dedicated early years practitioner to deliver high-quality, play-based care for 2 to 4 year olds. You will plan EYFS activities, track progress, and support children with individual needs, including SEND, while building strong relationships with families.

Ideal candidates are warm, nurturing and communicate well, with a team-oriented, proactive approach and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified with a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards one).
• Passionate about supporting young children’s learning and development through play.
• Warm, nurturing and approachable, with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality care and play-based learning for 2 to 4 year olds.
• Planning EYFS activities and tracking each child’s progress.
• Supporting children with their individual needs, including SEND.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Upholding safeguarding and welfare standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

About the role

• Delivering high-quality care and play-based learning for 2 to 4 year olds
• Planning EYFS activities and tracking each child’s progress
• Supporting children with their individual needs, including SEND
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers
• Upholding safeguarding and welfare standards

Are you:

• Qualified with a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards one)
• Passionate about supporting young children’s learning and development through play
• Warm, nurturing and approachable, with strong communication skills
• Attentive and observant, able to support children as individuals
• Reliable and proactive, with a positive and flexible attitude
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A team player, happy to work closely with colleagues, families and the wider preschool

community

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.