Early Years Practitioner

Location: Wanstead

Position Overview:

We are seeking exceptional Early Years Practitioner’s to join our dedicated team in delivering outstanding early years provision, as defined by the Ofsted inspection framework. The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework and contribute to maintaining our high-quality provision across all areas.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quality of Education (Intent, Implementation, Impact)

- Design and implement ambitious learning experiences aligned with the EYFS seven areas of learning

- Deliver the curriculum in a sequenced way that builds on children's prior knowledge

- Support children to develop their cultural capital through rich and varied experiences

- Maintain detailed observations and assessments using Birth to 5 Matters guidance

- Identify and support children with additional needs, working with the SENCO as required

2. Behaviour and Attitudes

- Foster positive learning behaviours and self-regulation skills

- Support children to become resilient, confident, and independent learners

- Implement consistent behaviour management strategies aligned with the settings policies

- Promote British Values through everyday practice

3. Personal Development

- Support children's physical and emotional well-being

- Promote healthy eating and physical activity

- Help children understand how to keep themselves safe and healthy

- Foster inclusive practices that celebrate diversity and difference

4. Leadership and Management

- Contribute to self-evaluation processes

- Participate in professional development opportunities

- Mentor less experienced staff when required

- Maintain accurate documentation for compliance purposes

5. Essential Qualifications and Knowledge

- Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent

- Thorough understanding of:

- EYFS statutory framework

- Birth to 5 Matters guidance

- Ofsted Education Inspection Framework

- Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements

- Current DBS check (ideally)

- Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)

- Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain)

6. Required Skills and Competencies

- Ability to deliver exceptional teaching and learning experiences

- Strong observation and assessment skills

- Excellence in supporting children's communication and language development

- Knowledge of child development theory and practice

- Understanding of effective parent partnership approaches

- Proficiency in digital learning documentation systems

7. Professional Qualities

- Commitment to continuous professional development

- Strong reflective practice skills

- Ability to work effectively within a team

- Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues

- Dedication to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion

8. Safeguarding

- Thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

- Understanding of Prevent duty requirements

- Ability to identify and respond to welfare concerns

- Knowledge of record-keeping requirements for child protection

9. Benefits

- Competitive salary (depending on experience)

- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

- Continuous professional development opportunities

- Regular supervision and mentoring

- Access to online training resources

- Pension scheme

10. Working Pattern

- Full-time, 40 hours per week

- Monday to Friday

- Shift patterns

Note:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and suitable references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,500.00 per year

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday

* No weekends

Work Location:

In person