Early Years Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Selection Limited is recruiting an Early Years Practitioner for Scarborough, North Yorkshire, to join a supportive educational setting. This temporary, full-time role (term-time only) offers daily rate £92–£115 depending on experience, with start date as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will help young children develop confidence and essential skills, support communication and wellbeing, and work closely with teachers and families to ensure a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in Early Years, nursery or childcare.
• Good understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Ability to adapt activities to individual needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and safe recruitment checks.

Responsibilities

• Support children through engaging activities that promote learning and development.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, confidence and independence.
• Observe and monitor development and share progress with the wider team.
• Collaborate with teachers, colleagues and families to support wellbeing.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Patient

Adaptable

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

CACHE or equivalent

Job description

Help young children build confidence, develop essential skills, and enjoy positive early learning experiences in a nurturing educational environment!

GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to work within a supportive specialist educational setting in Scarborough.

We are seeking an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children during the crucial early stages of their development. The successful candidate will create engaging learning experiences, encourage positive relationships, and provide consistent support tailored to each child's individual needs.

Early Years Practitioner
Location:

Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)

About the Role:

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. You will support children's communication, social development, emotional wellbeing, and early learning while encouraging curiosity, independence, and positive behaviour.

Core Responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner:

• Support children through engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development
• Encourage children's communication, social interaction, confidence, and independence
• Observe and monitor children's development, sharing relevant progress with the wider team
• Adapt activities and approaches to meet individual learning, developmental, and emotional needs
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, colleagues, and families to support children's wellbeing and progress

As the Ideal Early Years Practitioner, You Should Have:

• Relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 3 Early Years Educator, CACHE, or equivalent
• Previous experience working with young children in an Early Years, nursery, school, or childcare setting
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach to supporting individual children
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for helping young children develop, learn, and thrive

To Work with GSL Education, You Must:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Provide an up-to-date CV with relevant reference information covering the last 2 years
• Have recent experience working with children or young people in an appropriate setting
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

If you are a passionate Early Years Practitioner looking to make a meaningful difference to young children's learning and development in Scarborough, we welcome your application.

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.