Early Years Practitioner — Nurturing Learning & EYFS

Early Years Academy; Worthing; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Years Academy in Worthing, West Sussex, is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children, following the EYFS framework. You will plan engaging activities, observe progress, build strong relationships with families and work as part of a nursery team to maintain safeguarding, welfare and inclusive practice.

Salary up to £32,000 and opportunities for professional development are offered; exact hours and contract

Qualifications

• A recognised Early Years qualification appropriate to the position.
• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool or Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.
• The ability to provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate childcare.
• Confidence planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and professional approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive Early Years practice.
• The ability to follow nursery policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification would be advantageous, subject to the employer’s final requirements.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting children’s learning and development in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Planning and delivering creative, engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Encouraging children’s independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s developmental progress.
• Supporting children’s individual interests, abilities and learning needs.
• Acting as a key person for an allocated group of children, where required.
• Building secure, positive and nurturing relationships with children.
• Creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports every child’s development.
• Supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming and stimulating nursery environment.
• Promoting children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting children’s personal care routines, including mealtimes, toileting, hygiene and rest periods.
• Encouraging outdoor learning, sensory exploration and learning through play.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers and communicating children’s progress.
• Working collaboratively with nursery colleagues to maintain high standards of childcare.
• Following safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and nursery policies.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing observations and assessments as required.
• Participating in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
• Supporting the nursery’s commitment to providing high-quality Early Years education.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Childcare experience

Education

Recognised Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification advantageous

Job description

Early Years Academy in Worthing, West Sussex, is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children, following the EYFS framework. You will plan engaging activities, observe progress, build strong relationships with families and work as part of a nursery team to maintain safeguarding, welfare and inclusive practice.

Salary up to £32,000 and opportunities for professional development are offered; exact hours and contract