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Level 2/Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Location: Lupset Wakefield Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About Us:Our client is a well-established early years setting looking for a passionate and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our team. We offer a nurturing environment where children can thrive through stimulating activities that promote their social, emotional, and cognitive development. If you are an enthusiastic professional with experience as a key person and a strong understanding of child development, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Key Person Role: Take responsibility for a group of children, developing strong, positive relationships and ensuring their individual needs are met.
- Child Observations & Planning: Conduct regular observations of children's progress, using your findings to plan engaging, age-appropriate activities tailored to their development needs.
- EYFS Knowledge: Use your expertise in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to create and implement learning plans that encourage children to explore and develop their skills.
- Support Children's Development: Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment, ensuring each child is encouraged to learn and grow.
- Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues, sharing best practices and contributing to team meetings and the nursery's overall development.
- Safeguarding & Welfare: Adhere to safeguarding policies, ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Qualification in Early Years Education (or equivalent).
- Experience as a Key Person: Demonstrable experience working in a key person role, building relationships with children and their families.
- Child Observations & Planning: Strong skills in carrying out accurate observations, tracking progress, and creating tailored plans.
- EYFS Knowledge: A solid understanding of the EYFS framework and how to implement it effectively in a nursery setting.
- Passion for Early Years: A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young children.
How to Apply:If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to .
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 interview
Veritas 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.'
