Foundation Stage Practitioner (2 year old room)

Cornwall Council; Clyst St. George; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Foundation Stage Practitioner to join their Early Years team. In this role, you will support children's learning and development in a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification, great communication skills, and a passion for early childhood education. Experience in an EYFS setting is desirable. This position comes with the opportunity to help shape a new early years unit opening in 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working within an EYFS setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of EYFS and child development.
• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care, learning, and play opportunities for children.
• Support planning and delivery of engaging EYFS activities.
• Act as a key person and build positive relationships.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Warm and patient approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Foundation Stage Practitioner to join our Early Years team. You will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This role will be working in our 2 year old room.

• Provide high-quality care, learning, and play opportunities for children aged [2 years old]
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities in line with EYFS
• Act as a key person, building positive relationships with children and families
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Support children's personal, social, and emotional development
• Work effectively as part of a team and follow nursery/school policies
• Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare requirements
  Are you passionate about giving children the very best start in life? Do you possess excellent communication skills and a desire to support our younger learners in their Holsworthy journey? If so, we invite you to consider joining our team as a Foundation Stage Practitioner!, Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience working within an EYFS setting (desirable)
• Knowledge of EYFS and child development
• A warm, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Enhanced DBS check (required)
  At Holsworthy Primary we are a warm and welcoming school. We have the exciting opportunity to be opening a new early years unit in February 2026. We are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive. We prioritise academic excellence, holistic development, and fostering a sense of community. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where all children, families, and staff can grow and thrive.