Early Years Practitioner — Inspire Curiosity & Growth

YMCA Fairthorne Group; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the hours you work

50% discount on additional days

Up to 30 days holiday + bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing assistance programme

Retail discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to Work

Career development opportunities

Day-camp savings

YMCA discounts

Job summary

YMCA Fairthorne Group in Andover is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to help children learn through play within the EYFS framework. You will build warm relationships, support confidence, independence and communication, and create engaging indoor and outdoor experiences.

The role emphasises inclusive, play-based learning, safeguarding, and collaboration with families and colleagues to help every child thrive.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner.
• Studying towards an Early Years qualification.
• Experience in education, SEND, youth work, healthcare, coaching, community services or care is valued.
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or relevant transferable experience.

Responsibilities

• As an Early Years Practitioner, build warm relationships with children.
• Help children feel they belong and support confidence and independence.
• Create engaging play-based learning opportunities.
• Follow children's interests and support development under EYFS.
• Observe development and tailor next steps for each child.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers and work with colleagues.

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Working towards EY qualification

Job description

YMCA Fairthorne Group in Andover is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to help children learn through play within the EYFS framework. You will build warm relationships, support confidence, independence and communication, and create engaging indoor and outdoor experiences.

The role emphasises inclusive, play-based learning, safeguarding, and collaboration with families and colleagues to help every child thrive.