EYFS Practitioner

Vision for Education Ltd; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is excited to recruit an Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 EYFS) for St James Prep School and Nursery in London. The role is full-time with start ASAP, offering consistent hours (7:30am-3:30pm or 10:00am-6:00pm) to support children's development in a well-established setting.

You will help deliver engaging EYFS activities, nurture children's learning, and maintain a safe, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 EYFS qualification required for working in EYFS settings.
• Experience in a nursery/preschool environment is essential.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Caring, proactive and passionate about early education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.
• Support development across communication, social, physical and cognitive areas.
• Create a safe, stimulating, inclusive environment.
• Observe and record progress to support individual learning journeys.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

EYFS

Nursery experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 EYFS Qualification

Job description

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting a qualified Level 3 EYFS Practitioner to join the team at a well-established prep school and nursery.

About the role

Location: St James Prep School and Nursery
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 7:30am-3:30pm or 10:00am-6:00pm

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting children's development and creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where young learners can thrive.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting children's early education, helping them develop essential social, emotional, physical and communication skills while ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.

An immediate start is available, making this an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take on a new role as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Promote children's learning and development across all areas of the EYFS curriculum.

• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and independence.

• Support children's communication, language, social and emotional development.

• Observe, assess and record children's progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.

• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

• Support children's personal care routines, ensuring their health, safety and wellbeing at all times.

• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver high-quality childcare and early education.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and adhere to the setting's policies and procedures.

About the school

St James Prep School and Nursery provides an educational environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning from an early age. With a focus on nurturing each child's individual needs, the setting aims to create a positive and engaging atmosphere where children can grow, explore and develop essential skills in preparation for the next stage of their education.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of EYFS Practitioner you will:

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, recognised for working within an EYFS setting.
• Has previous experience working in a nursery, preschool or early years environment.
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Is caring, patient, proactive and passionate about early education.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build warm, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work effectively within a busy early years setting.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Level 3 EYFS Qualification

#smartsupport