Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Job Type: Part Time, Temporary (Potential Extension)

Start Date:

13/04/2026 Until July 2026 with strong potential to continue into September
Salary: £87–£100 per day
Hours of Work: 8:15am – 4:00pm, Monday to Wednesday (Term Time Only)

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Are you a nurturing, enthusiastic and qualified Early Years Practitioner looking to join a well-structured and supportive primary setting this summer term?
We are recruiting on behalf of a large, well-established primary academy in Hillingdon for a Level 3 EYFS Practitioner to join their Early Years team from after Easter through to July, with the strong possibility of the role continuing into the new academic year.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a thriving Early Years provision where child development, structured routines and high expectations sit hand in hand with creativity and care.

About the School

This is a multi-form entry primary academy with a strong reputation across the local community. The school is known for its:

• Experienced and supportive Senior Leadership Team

• Clear systems and consistent expectations across all year groups

• High standards in teaching, learning and behaviour

• Collaborative and welcoming staff culture

• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development

• Well-resourced and thoughtfully designed Early Years environment

The Early Years setting includes spacious indoor learning areas and engaging outdoor provision, carefully planned to promote independence, communication and curiosity. Staff work collaboratively with shared planning structures, and support staff are valued as key members of the team.

About the Role

As a Level 3 EYFS Practitioner, you will:

• Work within Nursery and/or Reception

• Support high-quality teaching in line with the EYFS framework

• Deliver small group activities and targeted phonics interventions

• Promote early language, literacy and numeracy development

• Encourage independence, social skills and emotional regulation

• Support children with varying needs, including those requiring additional support

• Contribute to observations, assessments and learning journeys

• Help maintain a nurturing, structured and stimulating environment

This part-time role (Monday to Wednesday) offers excellent work-life balance while allowing you to remain fully embedded within the Early Years team.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold a recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)

• Have strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development

• Be confident supporting phonics and early language acquisition

• Demonstrate patience, warmth and a nurturing approach

• Be proactive, organised and able to use initiative

• Have experience supporting children with additional needs (desirable)

• Thrive when working as part of a collaborative team

Our Client Can Offer You:

• Supportive and approachable leadership

• Clear routines and structured systems

• A well-resourced Early Years setting with strong outdoor provision

• Positive pupil behaviour and engaged learners

• Strong team ethos and shared planning

• Potential for the role to extend into the next academic year

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

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