Job Specification: Early Years Practitioner (Agency Work)
Job Title:
Early Years Practitioner (Agency Staff)
Location:
Various locations (e.g., nurseries, preschools, early years centres)
Based on client requirements and candidate availability
Salary:
Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hours:
Flexible (Full-time, part-time, day-to-day, short-term or long-term placements available)
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver safe, inclusive, and stimulating care and learning opportunities for children.
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Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and support children’s developmental milestones.
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Support children's emotional, physical, and social development.
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Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children at all times.
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Set up and tidy away activities, resources, and learning environments.
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Maintain accurate records and observations (where applicable).
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Work collaboratively with permanent staff and follow each setting’s policies and procedures.
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Adapt quickly to different settings and routines.
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Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents/carers.
Requirements:
Essential:
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Minimum Level 2 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, BTEC)
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Up-to-date Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service)
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Knowledge of the EYFS framework
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Experience working with children aged 0–5 years in a professional setting
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Flexibility and reliability
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Good communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to follow instructions and work independently