Qualified Early Years Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate (£90-£120)

Dedicated consultant support

Training & professional development

Opportunities across Newcastle area

Referral bonus £100

Job summary

GSL Education Newcastle seeks a dedicated Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join the Early Years team in Newcastle upon Tyne from September 2026. You will support the EYFS, plan and deliver play-based learning, and foster communication, literacy and numeracy development in young children.

This role requires an Early Years qualification, recent experience in nursery or school settings, and an enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Qualifications

• A recognised Early Years / Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3).
• Experience in Early Years, nursery or school environment.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one.
• Fully checkable employment and reference history.

Responsibilities

• Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assist with planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning activities.
• Support children’s communication, language, literacy and numeracy development.
• Promote children’s social and emotional development.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Provide individual and small-group support where required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Observe children’s development and contribute to assessments and learning records.
• Support children with additional needs, including SEND, where required.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Patient & nurturing

Behaviour management

Education

Early Years / Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3)

Job description

Job Title: Qualified Early Years Practitioner

Qualified Early Years Practitioner - Newcastle

A welcoming and nurturing school in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dedicated Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join their Early Years team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children's development, learning and wellbeing.

As a Qualified Early Years Practitioner, you will provide high-quality support within the Early Years setting, helping children develop their communication, social, emotional, physical and early academic skills through engaging and age-appropriate activities.

Key Responsibilities

Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Assist with planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning activities.

Support children’s communication, language, literacy and numeracy development.

Promote children’s social and emotional development.

Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and staff.

Provide individual and small-group support where required.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

Observe children’s development and contribute to assessments and learning records.

Support children with additional needs, including SEND, where required.

Maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies at all times.

The Ideal Qualified Early Years Practitioner Will Have

A recognised Early Years / Childcare qualification, such as Level 2 or Level 3.

Previous experience working within an Early Years, nursery or school environment.

Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development.

A nurturing, patient and enthusiastic approach.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs would be advantageous.

Confidence managing behaviour and encouraging positive interactions.

The ability to work effectively as part of an Early Years team.

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

A fully checkable employment and reference history.

Competitive daily rates of £90-£120 per day.

Flexible and full-time opportunities available.

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Access to relevant training and professional development.

Opportunities to work across a range of schools and Early Years settings in Newcastle.

Potential opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions.

Safeguarding Commitment

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of employment history in line with our safeguarding procedures.

Referral Bonus: Recommend a Teacher or Teaching Assistant to GSL Education and receive £100 when they successfully complete the required placement criteria.