Early Years Practitioner

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Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Company: Link3 Recruitment
Location: Chesterfield, S43, UK
Contract Type: Temporary
Salary: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Role Overview

We are working with a number of local nursery chains who require additional Early Years Practitioners on a day-to-day, short-term, or long-term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, energetic, and creative individual to join our network of outstanding nursery teams. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of care and education for children, following the EYFS curriculum and all safeguarding procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality childcare and early years education to children aged 0–5 years
Implement engaging and creative teaching methods to stimulate learning and development
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children
Actively promote positive child development and behaviour management strategies
Build meaningful relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Ensure the nursery meets all safeguarding standards and health and safety regulations ️
To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have

A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education, Childcare, Teaching and Learning, or a related field
A minimum of GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) – evidence of these will be required
Paediatric First Aid (Desirable but not essential)
Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting, or current enrolment in a relevant childcare course
A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development principles
A genuine passion for working with children and delivering exceptional care and education
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ️
A positive, proactive attitude towards teamwork and continuous improvement
Safeguarding, Compliance & Right to Work

Right to Work: All candidates will be required to demonstrate a valid Right to Work in the UK as part of our safeguarding and compliance checks.
DBS: All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check (Child Workforce) prior to starting work, if not already in possession of one registered on the Update Service. The cost of a DBS will be covered by the applicant.
Safeguarding: Link3 Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
How to Apply
Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience to (url removed)
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Location:
Staveley
Salary:
£13.68 - £14.5 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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