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Early Years Practitioner

Job Description - Early Years Practitioner




1-2 month contract with a local authority


Summary




  • This is a 1-2 month contract with a local authority aimed at delivering high-quality integrated day care and early education for children from birth to 7 years. The role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support children's development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). It ensures a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that promotes learning and wellbeing.



Responsibilities





  • Provide a high standard of care and early education in line with EYFS requirements.

  • Support the planning and delivery of an engaging, inclusive early years curriculum.

  • Promote children’s development through age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.

  • Ensure a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for all children.

  • Contribute to daily, weekly, and termly planning to meet individual children’s needs and interests.

  • Carry out observations and assessments to monitor development and progress.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date developmental records for each child.

  • Support the tracking of children’s achievements and next steps.


Essential Experience Required





  • Experience working with young children in an early years or childcare setting.

  • Experience supporting children’s development and learning.

  • Understanding of working with children with additional needs (desirable).

  • Experience in observation, assessment, and record keeping.




Essential Qualifications Required





  • Relevant Early Years qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years).

  • Paediatric First Aid (desirable or willingness to obtain).

  • Safeguarding training (desirable).




Additional Information





  • Working hours: 30 hours per week.

  • Enhanced DBS required.

  • Location: Langtry Rd, London, Camden, NW8 0AJ, United Kingdom.

  • We work on a bi-weekly schedule.

  • The role closes on 5th June 2026, apply ASAP.








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