Forest School Practitioner

JobsTrackR; Norwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest School Practitioner role at JobsTrackR in Norwich offers full-time and part-time positions with flexible shift patterns and immediate start. The setting focuses on child-centred learning for ages 2 to 5, promoting independence, curiosity, creativity and confidence through hands-on activities.

In a Good Ofsted environment, responsibilities include supporting EYFS learning, planning activities, observing progress, safeguarding and building strong relationships with children, families and

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) desirable
• Previous experience within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Passion for supporting young children's learning and development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning through play
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress
• Promote children's personal, social, and emotional development
• Support daily routines, including mealtimes and outdoor activities
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times

Skills

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Nursery/early years experience

EYFS understanding

Passion for learning and development

Communication skills

Patience and caring attitude

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification

Nursery/early years experience

Job description

Forest SchoolPractitioner

Full-Time Flexible Shift Patterns. Immediate Start Available. Permanently. Full-time and part-time positions available.

Hereis a highly regarded early years provision offering a stimulating and child-centred learning environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. The setting is committed to fostering independence, curiosity, creativity, and confidence through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the setting was judged Good, reflecting the quality of care, teaching, and learning opportunities available to children.

Duties as aForest School Practitioner:

• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework


• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning through play


• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment


• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues


• Observe, assess, and record children's progress


• Promote children's personal, social, and emotional development


• Support daily routines, including mealtimes and outdoor activities


• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times

IdealForest School Practitioner:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) desirable


• Previous experience within a nursery or early years setting


• Good understanding of the EYFS framework


• Passion for supporting young children's learning and development


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare