Early Years Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in York is seeking a qualified Early Years Practitioner to support the learning and development of children in a special educational needs setting. Candidates must have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare and relevant experience. The role requires a solid understanding of safeguarding and the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Strong communication and relational skills with children and families are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in an Early Years or Nursery setting.
• Be knowledgeable about child safeguarding and protection.
• Hold a Child Only DBS registered to the update service.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning for early years children within a special educational needs school.
• Assist in delivering play-based learning activities.
• Support children on a 1:1 and small group basis.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage

Understanding of additional needs

Effective communication

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

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.