Nursery Education Officer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Matlock; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an Early Years Support Practitioner for a 2-month contract. The role involves developing and implementing activities for young children. Candidates should have experience working with young children and a QCA recognized Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare. This position requires a supportive and communicative approach with children and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children at Foundation Stage.
• Experience working with children in a diverse environment, including those with special needs.
• Minimum qualification at Early Years/Childcare Level 3 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support and extend the children's learning under guidance.
• Encourage children's development and problem-solving skills.
• Oversee the introduction and settling-in process for children and families.

Skills

Experience working with young children at Foundation Stage

Experience working with children in a diverse environment

Knowledge of special needs and disabilities

Education

Minimum QCA recognized Early Years/Childcare Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

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2 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

• In collaboration with the Senior CC officer/Teacher/Room Leader/Extended Services, the Early Years Support Practitioner will devise and implement planned programmes of activities in line with the Early Years curriculum. The goal is to ensure each child has the opportunity to develop to their full potential, either within day-care or extended services. The practitioner will also work alongside colleagues to take responsibility for agreed learning activities and support parents and families with signposting and support when needed.
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities:

• Work under the guidance of the Room Leader/Senior/Teacher and colleagues to support and extend the children's learning.
  
• Encourage children's development, independence, self-reliance, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Maintain respectful and genuine interaction with children using warm and responsive communication strategies appropriate to children's needs.
  
• Oversee the introduction and settling-in process for children and families into the centre, including initial home visits with parents and giving initial information on centre policies.
  
• Initiate and implement EHCPs through regular liaison with SENCO, according to centre policy.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Experience of working with young children at Foundation Stage.
  
• Experience of working with children in a diverse environment, including those who may have special needs and disabilities.
  
• Minimum QCA recognized Early Years/Childcare Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
  

Additional Information

• The role closes on 15th Aug 2025, apply ASAP.
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Experience working with young children at Foundation Stage
  
• Experience working with children in a diverse environment, including those with special needs and disabilities
  
• Minimum QCA recognized Early Years/Childcare Level 3 qualification or equivalent