Early years Practitioner - Primary school

Tempest education are working with a primary school who are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join their vibrant primary school in Brent. North West Londion.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for their youngest learners, laying the foundation for their educational journey.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment for children aged 3 to 5 years.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities, lesson plans, and educational resources that promote children's intellectual, physical, and social-emotional development.
• Support children in acquiring essential skills, such as literacy, numeracy, and communication, through play-based and interactive learning experiences.
• Observe and assess children's progress, identifying areas of strength and areas that require additional support or intervention.
• Collaborate with other early years practitioners and teachers to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to learning and development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, maintaining open lines of communication and providing feedback on children's progress.
• Promote children's well-being and ensure their safety at all times, following safeguarding procedures and guidelines.
• Keep accurate records of children's achievements, progress, and any incidents or observations in line with school policies.
• Attend relevant professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills as an early years practitioner.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Proven experience working with children aged 3 to 5 years, preferably in a school or nursery setting.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and its implementation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, ensuring efficient planning and delivery of activities.
• A caring and patient nature, with a genuine passion for supporting children's holistic development.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional growth, keeping up-to-date with current best practices in early years education.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding procedures and the ability to implement them effectively.

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday during school term time.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner, committed to providing quality care and education to young children, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a detailed CV.