Early Years Practitioner & Key Worker — EYFS Champion

NHS Jobs; Town of Ashford (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to assist in running a nursery under supervision. You will support key children with Learning Journeys, develop plans from observations, and engage families to promote development in a safe, inclusive environment.

Role emphasizes EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and teamwork, with ongoing staff meetings and mandatory training. Level 3 EY Educator qualification progression is available upon commencement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage).
• Ability to keep Learning Journeys up-to-date with observations.
• Commitment to safeguarding, health & safety, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day nursery operations under supervision.
• Be a key worker for a group of children with Learning Journeys.
• Develop short and medium-term development plans based on observations.
• Promote equal opportunities and maintain a safe, clean nursery environment.
• Attend regular team meetings and training to maintain statutory requirements and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Teamwork

Childcare awareness

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

Job description

NHS Jobs is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to assist in running a nursery under supervision. You will support key children with Learning Journeys, develop plans from observations, and engage families to promote development in a safe, inclusive environment.

Role emphasizes EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and teamwork, with ongoing staff meetings and mandatory training. Level 3 EY Educator qualification progression is available upon commencement.