Early Years Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their dedicated team in York. This role involves working closely with children in a special educational needs environment, facilitating play-based learning activities, and providing essential support to foster their development. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and a commitment to safeguarding children. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in Early Years or Nursery setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning for early years children in a special educational needs school.
• Support children on a 1:1 and small group basis.

Skills

Childcare Knowledge

Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum

Record Keeping

Behaviour Management

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

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Contract Type: Full-Time

GSL Education’s North Yorkshire branch is currently looking to appoint qualified Early Years Practitioner for Client Primary School located in York, North Yorkshire, starting as soon as possible.

Early Years Practitioner Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years or similar.
• 6 months experience working within an Early Years or Nursery setting within the last 2 years.
• Be knowledgeable of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, principles, and practice.
• Knowledge and experience of record keeping and tracking progress of children.
• Experience or understanding of behaviours linked to additional needs.

Early Years Practitioner Role and Responsibilities:

• To work with the class teacher to facilitate the learning of early years children within a special educational needs school.
• To assist in the delivery of play-based learning activities, which contribute to the overall learning and development of children.
• Support children on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships and communicate effectively with children and their families and carers.
• Provide academic, emotional, and physical support to pupils where appropriate, including the delivery of personal care where appropriate.
• Hold a Child Only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the position of Early Years Practitioner in York, North Yorkshire, please call Daniel Molkenthin at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education official website to apply online.