Early Years Practitioner

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 & Level 3)
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Agency: Aspire People Agency
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Description
Aspire People is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for a full-time position at St Albans Primary School. We are working in partnership with our client school, to make sure we provide them with the best staff possible to complete their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and nurturing individual to join a supportive team and make a positive impact in the early stages of children's education.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality early years education and care in line with the EYFS framework

Support the development, learning, and well-being of children aged 3-5

Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment

Develop and maintain strong relationships with children, staff, and parents/carers

Observe, assess, and record children's progress and plan next steps

Work collaboratively with teachers and other practitioners to support individual learning plans

Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports as required

Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies at all times

Requirements
Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent)

Proven experience working with children in an early years setting

Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and safeguarding practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A genuine passion for working with young children

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)

Why Join Aspire People?
Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for professional development and training

Long-term and permanent placement opportunities

A chance to make a real difference in a vibrant school community

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.