Job Description
3-4 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Job Purpose
* The Early Years Practitioner is responsible for providing high-quality education, care, and supervision for children in an early years setting. The role includes preparing and delivering early learning activities, supporting children’s developmental needs, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Prepare and deliver early learning activities to support children’s development.
* Promote high standards of behaviour, discipline, equality, and inclusion.
* Work in partnership with local primary schools to support integrated care and smooth transitions between phases.
* Contribute to all aspects of the daily operation including curriculum delivery, educational programmes, and health and safety procedures.
* Implement operational plans, policies, and procedures in line with OFSTED.
Shifts Available
We are seeking Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to cover the following shifts across our settings:
* Chalvey Grove
o Monday: 09:00–15:15 (Level 2 or 3), 09:00–16:15 (Level 3), 11:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3)
o Tuesday: 09:00–15:15 (Level 3), 11:00–16:15 (Level 3), 11:00–18:00 (Level 3)
o Wednesday: 09:00–16:15 (Level 3), 09:00–15:15 (Level 3), 11:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3)
o Thursday: 09:00–15:15 (Level 3), 11:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3), 11:00–16:15 (Level 3)
o Friday: 09:00–18:00 (Level 3), 09:00–16:15 (Level 3), 11:00–14:00 (Level 3)
* Romsey Close
o Monday: 08:00–16:15 (Level 3), 09:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3)
o Tuesday: 09:00–14:00 (Level 3), 08:00–16:15 (Level 3)
o Wednesday: 08:00–16:15 (Level 3), 09:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3)
o Thursday: 08:00–16:15 (Level 3), 09:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3)
o Friday: 08:00–16:15 (Level 3), 09:00–14:00 (Level 3)
* Penn Road
o Tuesday: 09:00–14:00 (Level 2 or 3), 09:00–16:15 (Level 3)
o Wednesday: 09:00–11:30 (Level 2 or 3), 09:00–16:15 (Level 2 or 3)
o Thursday: 09:00–16:15 (Level 3)
* Yew Tree Road
o Monday: 11:00–14:00 (Level 3)
o Wednesday: 11:00–14:00 (Level 3)
o Thursday: 11:00–14:00 (Level 3)
o Friday: 09:00–15:15 (Level 3)
* Monksfield Way
o Monday: 09:00–12:45 (Level 3)
o Tuesday: 09:00–12:45 (Level 3)
o Thursday: 09:00–12:45 (Level 3)
o Friday: 09:00–12:45 (Level 3), 08:00–15:15 (Level 3)
Essential Experience Required
* Experience working with children in early years.
* Knowledge of early education principles, practices, and early years legislation, including safeguarding.
* Understanding and commitment to equal opportunities.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners.
* Evidence of continuous professional development and willingness to undertake further training.
Additional Information to Note
* Working hours: 35 hours per week.
* Enhanced DBS required.
* Please note we work on bi-weekly payment.
The role closes on 9th March 2026, apply ASAP.
Requirements
We are seeking Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to cover the following shifts across our settings.