Qualified Early Years Practitioner — Caring EYFS Expert

Your Care Jobs Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Care Jobs Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years practitioner to join a nursery in the United Kingdom. You will support the Room Leader to ensure a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 and contribute to positive partnerships with parents.

Essentially you will apply EYFS knowledge, observe and plan for key children, and maintain accurate records while working as part of a supportive team committed to safeguarding and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification is essential.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Experience working in an early years setting.
• Experience as a Key Person.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare requirements.
• Experience of observation, assessment and planning.

Responsibilities

• Support the Room Leader in the effective daily operation of the room.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, health and safety throughout the nursery.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate activities that support children's learning and development in line with EYFS.
• Complete accurate observations, assessments and planning for key children.
• Maintain children's learning journals and development records.
• Build warm, professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Support children with additional needs and work with external professionals as required.
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills

Key Person experience

Observation & Planning

Teamwork

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 2 EYFS qualification

Level 3 EYFS qualification

EYFS knowledge

GCSE English/Maths C/4+

Tools

Paediatric First Aid

Safeguarding Training

Food Hygiene Certificate

SEN experience

Job description

Your Care Jobs Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years practitioner to join a nursery in the United Kingdom. You will support the Room Leader to ensure a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 and contribute to positive partnerships with parents.

Essentially you will apply EYFS knowledge, observe and plan for key children, and maintain accurate records while working as part of a supportive team committed to safeguarding and high-quality care.