Level 3 Early Years PractitionerJoin our friendly Charity Preschool
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and thrive?
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioner to join our charity preschool team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing early years environment where you can make a real difference to children’s development and wellbeing.
What you’ll be doing
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
· Provide children with appropriate support, teaching and stimulation.
· Act as a keyworker, ensuring the individual needs of your key children are met.
· Contribute to weekly curriculum planning, child-interest sheets and in-the-moment planning.
· Deliver engaging adult-led activities to support children’s next steps.
· Complete observations and termly tracking to monitor children’s progress.
· Complete 2-year-old progress checks and support early intervention where concerns are identified.
· Maintain high-quality learning journals for children throughout their time at preschool.
· Build positive relationships with parents and keep them informed about their child’s progress.
· Attend parents’ evenings and share relevant information with families.
· Complete referrals and liaise with outside agencies when required, with appropriate support.
· Help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-organised preschool environment, including daily risk assessments.
· Contribute to staff meetings, preschool policies, procedures and extracurricular activities.
· Undertake relevant training and share learning with the wider team to support best practice.
What we’re looking for
You will need:
· A minimum Level 3 Childcare qualification
· Suitable references
· A good standard of written and spoken English
We are looking for someone who is committed to providing high-quality experiences for young children, works well as part of a team and is willing to contribute positively to all aspects of preschool life.
Why join us?
As a charity preschool, we are committed to creating a positive and supportive environment for children, families and staff. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, undertake relevant training and play an important role in helping children get the best possible start.
If you are enthusiastic about early years and want to be part of a caring preschool team, we would love to hear from you.
· To apply: [email protected]
· Location: Elstow Preschool, Ladybirds MK42 9XP
· Hours: Monday – Wednesday 8-3.10, Thursday 10-1, Friday 8-3.10 Term time only
· Salary: £16,441.81
Pay: £15,333.50-£16,441.81 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
