Unqualified Early Years Practitioner - Wakefield
Employer: Veritas Education
Location: Wakefield
About the Role
Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start a career in early years education? This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a welcoming nursery setting in Wakefield.
As an Unqualified Early Years Practitioner, you will:
Support children's learning and development in line with EYFS
Work closely with an experienced team
Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Help create a safe, engaging learning environment
Take part in creative and outdoor activities
This role is ideal for someone wanting to gain experience and begin a long-term career in early years.
Why Choose Early Years?
Early years education offers strong career progression and job stability. With experience, you can progress into qualified practitioner roles, senior positions, SEN support, or nursery management. It is a rewarding career where you make a real difference every day.
What We're Looking For
A genuine passion for working with children
Experience caring for or working with children (no formal qualifications required)
A positive, reliable, and enthusiastic attitude
Willingness to learn and develop
Benefits
Extra day of holiday each year
Free training, including Paediatric First Aid
Discount on nursery fees
Flexible working patterns
Clear progression into qualified roles
How to Apply
To apply or for more information, contact:
Bree
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community