Early Years Practitioner – EYFS Play & Development

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Childcare discount

Pension scheme

Training and development

Team events

Supportive team

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Early Years practitioner in Maidenhead to join a warmly focused nursery. You will create a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years and plan activities aligned with the EYFS.

With a 40-hour week, you will observe development, support learning through play, and collaborate with staff and parents to nurture each child’s growth and confidence in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and child development.
• Understanding of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Ability to plan engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Nurturing, attentive approach to children's individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging EYFS-aligned experiences.
• Support learning through play and everyday activities.
• Observe and assess development and identify next steps.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Utilise indoor and outdoor spaces to extend learning.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Child development

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Planning activities

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Early Years practitioner in Maidenhead to join a warmly focused nursery. You will create a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years and plan activities aligned with the EYFS.

With a 40-hour week, you will observe development, support learning through play, and collaborate with staff and parents to nurture each child’s growth and confidence in a supportive team.