What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about shaping the brightest futures? As a minimal Level 3 trained Early Years Practitioner, you are more than just a caregiver—you are a specialist in the social and educational development of children during their most formative years. We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team, helping us create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where our children thrive.
Your Impact
In this 16 hour per week role (potentially changing to 29.5 hours per week), you will play a crucial part in the day-to-day life of our setting. You will work in close collaboration with the EYFS Lead and Headteacher to deliver high-quality learning opportunities and ensure every child’s well-being is at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
* Creating an Enabling Environment: Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, and social care. Plan and lead creative, safe, and enjoyable activities in line with EYFS standards. Organise indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including creating engaging wall displays. Foster independent learning and encourage positive behaviour and self-discipline.
* Child Development & Observation: Work with individuals or small groups to develop physical, intellectual, and social skills. Make accurate observations, track interests, and determine “next steps” for your key children. Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), liaising with the SENDCO and external professionals when required.
* Safety & Well-being: Ensure the highest standards of hygiene and health and safety at all times. Act as a vigilant advocate for child protection, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Assist with daily care routines, including meal times, hygiene, and administering first aid (where trained).
* Partnership & Collaboration: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers to keep them involved in their child’s progress. Work as a proactive member of the staff team, attending meetings and contributing to a supportive work culture.
About You
* Have a deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Be a team player who is happy to assist with everything from reading stories to domestic duties and snack prep.
* Possess excellent communication skills for liaising with parents and colleagues.
* Be committed to continuous professional development and attending relevant training.
Benefits
We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities.
* A competitive salary
* National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eye voucher scheme
* Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issues
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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