EYFS Practitioner

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting a qualified Level 3 EYFS Practitioner to join the team at a well-established prep school and nursery.

About the role

Location: St James Prep School and Nursery
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 7:30am–3:30pm or 10:00am–6:00pm

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting children's development and creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where young learners can thrive.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting children's early education, helping them develop essential social, emotional, physical and communication skills while ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.

An immediate start is available, making this an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take on a new role as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Promote children's learning and development across all areas of the EYFS curriculum.

• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and independence.

• Support children's communication, language, social and emotional development.

• Observe, assess and record children's progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.

• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

• Support children's personal care routines, ensuring their health, safety and wellbeing at all times.

• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver high-quality childcare and early education.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and adhere to the setting's policies and procedures.

About the school

St James Prep School and Nursery provides an educational environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning from an early age. With a focus on nurturing each child's individual needs, the setting aims to create a positive and engaging atmosphere where children can grow, explore and develop essential skills in preparation for the next stage of their education.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of EYFS Practitioner you will:

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, recognised for working within an EYFS setting.
• Has previous experience working in a nursery, preschool or early years environment.
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Is caring, patient, proactive and passionate about early education.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build warm, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work effectively within a busy early years setting.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Level 3 EYFS Qualification

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 7508 or email [email protected].