Primary School Early Years Practitioner

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institute is seeking a Primary School Early Years Practitioner in Redbridge, London, starting in September 2025. This full-time, term-time only position requires a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare. Candidates should be passionate about early years education, possess strong communication skills, and have the ability to foster a positive learning environment. The role offers a daily rate of £90 - £120, excellent training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.

Benefits

Good transport links

Parking available

Excellent education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience in early years education preferred.
• Willingness to undertake child-related qualifications if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating and safe environment for children.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Foster positive relationships with children and parents.
• Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Improve the Early Years Curriculum.

Skills

Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Communication and interpersonal skills

Observation and assessment skills

Patience

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Primary School Early Years Practitioner

Are you passionate about working with children in Early Years (ages 3-5)?

Do you have experience working with children in a school or nursery setting?

Do you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification that relates to working with children?

Are you seeking a role for the new academic year (September 2025)?

A primary school in Redbridge, London are seeking a qualified Primary School Early Years Practitioner to join them in September on a full time, long term contract until at least July 2026.

For this role, you must hold either a Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. They are open to people with a degree in Early Years, Childcare or Education.

* Primary School Early Years Practitioner
* Redbridge, London
* September 2025 start
* Long term contract till at least July 2026
* £90 - £120 per day (weekly pay)
* Term time only – Monday to Friday 8:30-4pm
* Parking available
* Good transport links
* Excellent education and training opportunities

This primary school in Redbridge, London are looking for an Early Years Practitioner to work with children across Nursery and Reception (ages 3 to 5) to assist and focus on supporting children development and learning across various areas including social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills.

Key Responsibilities:

* Creating a stimulating & safe environment: This includes planning and delivering engaging activities and ensuring safety of children in line with keeping children safe in education guidelines
* Support childrens learning & development: Observe and assess childrens progress, tailoring activities to meet individual needs and postering a love of learning
* Fostering positive relationships: Building trust & attachments with children as well as working collaboratively with parents and other professionals
* Safeguarding children: You are responsible for recognising and responding to any potential safeguarding concerns
* Developing and improving the Early Years Curriculum: Ensuring activities align with the Early Years Framework and promote holistic development

Essential Skills:

* Knowledge of the EYFS framework: Understanding the principles and practices of early childhood education.
* Communication and interpersonal skills: Effectively communicating with children, parents, and colleagues.
* Observation and assessment skills: Monitoring children's progress and identifying areas for support.
* Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm: Creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

This Redbridge, London primary school would like Child related qualifications to be successful for this role. If you have experience without the qualification and would be willing to undertake a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification then this school could offer this too.

If this sounds like the role for you, please click ‘apply’ now or contact Yasmin Boffa @ Academics

Primary School Early Years Practitioner