Early Years Practitioner — Nurturing Start for Children

Rotherham-Metropolitan-Borough-Council; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting two Early Years Practitioners for Aughton Early Years Centre. Both posts are full year, not term-time only, temporary to 31 August 2027, start ASAP. Post 1 is 20 hours/week (10am-2pm); Post 2 is 37 hours/week (7:45am-5:45pm).

Closing date 12 October 2026; interviews w/c 12 October 2026. We seek enthusiastic, warm, child-centred staff with EYFS knowledge who can build strong relationships with families and colleagues and contribute to

Qualifications

• Preferably holds a Level 2/3 qualification or License to Practice in Early Years Childcare and Education.
• Demonstrate high-quality interactions with very young children.
• Warm, nurturing and empathetic nature.
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS and its role in development.
• Flexible, enthusiastic and contribute to Centre aims.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Work holistically with very young children and families to support learning and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a welcoming, nurturing environment where children feel safe and valued.
• Engage in meaningful interactions and responsive, child-centred practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality provision at all times.

Skills

Positive interactions with very young

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 qualification or License to Practice in Early Years Childcare and Education

Unqualified considered (Band C)

Job description

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting two Early Years Practitioners for Aughton Early Years Centre. Both posts are full year, not term-time only, temporary to 31 August 2027, start ASAP. Post 1 is 20 hours/week (10am-2pm); Post 2 is 37 hours/week (7:45am-5:45pm).

Closing date 12 October 2026; interviews w/c 12 October 2026. We seek enthusiastic, warm, child-centred staff with EYFS knowledge who can build strong relationships with families and colleagues and contribute to