EYFS Practitioner — Nursery & Reception (Long-Term Role)

Operam Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Operam Education is recruiting a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for a welcoming Barnet primary school to join the Nursery and Reception team on a long‑term basis, with a genuine view to permanent for the right person. You’ll work alongside the EYFS teacher and supportive practitioners, leading small group activities and contributing to assessment.

You will support continuous provision indoors and out, care routines and independence, and build warm relationships with parents.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (CACHE, NNEB, EYE or equivalent) — essential.
• Experience with children aged 0-5, ideally in a school or nursery setting.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Two references covering the last two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS framework across Nursery and Reception.
• Lead focused activities with individuals and small groups, indoors and outdoors.
• Observe, record and contribute to assessment.
• Support children's personal care, wellbeing, routines and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and children with additional needs as required.
• Help create a stimulating, safe and well-organised learning environment.
• Build warm, professional relationships with parents and carers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Patience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Operam Education is recruiting a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for a welcoming Barnet primary school to join the Nursery and Reception team on a long‑term basis, with a genuine view to permanent for the right person. You’ll work alongside the EYFS teacher and supportive practitioners, leading small group activities and contributing to assessment.

You will support continuous provision indoors and out, care routines and independence, and build warm relationships with parents.