Early Years Practitioners

Step Teachers; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks Early Years Practitioners for daily supply roles in Dover and surrounding areas. Successful candidates will support children's development through play and structured activities, follow the EYFS framework, and maintain a safe environment. Ideal candidates possess a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have experience working with children aged 0–5. Excellent communication skills and reliability are essential for this flexible position.

Benefits

Weekly salary through PAYE

Access to exclusive deals

Comprehensive well-being services

£100 voucher for referring a friend

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 0–5 in nursery or early years settings.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development through play and structured activities.
• Follow EYFS framework and contribute to planning and observations.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Flexibility

Child development understanding

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Early Years Practitioners – Daily supply, starting as soon as possible

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Early Years Practitioners who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You’ll be working on a daily supply basis in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas, supporting nurseries and early years provisions as needed.

Duties as Early Years Practitioner:

• Support children’s learning and development through play and structured activities
• Follow EYFS framework and contribute to planning and observations
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment
• Work collaboratively with staff to meet individual needs
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding procedures
• Adapt to different settings and routines with confidence and professionalism

Ideal Early Years Practitioner:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 in nursery or early years settings
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, flexible, and confident working across multiple schools
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!