Teaching Vacancies
Early Years Practitioner – Level 2/3
Key Responsibilities
- Effectively deliver the Early Years Framework to foster children’s social, physical, psychological, and cultural development.
- Prepare a stimulating and caring environment, adhering to Health and Safety regulations and children’s interests.
- Participate in planning and organizing play and educational activities.
- Enable children to transition from dependence to independence and develop decision-making skills.
- Observe, assess, and contribute to discussions about children’s progress.
- Maintain awareness of current education trends and attend relevant courses.
- Continuously develop the role by identifying and addressing training needs.
- Foster links between home and school, liaise, consult, and advise with team members and external agencies regarding children’s progress.
- Contribute to review meetings, where appropriate.
- Actively work to overcome and prevent discrimination.
- Adhere to school policies and procedures, and maintain confidentiality.
- Complete other relevant tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Assist the SENco in delivering activities for children’s individual development.
- Assist in making resources to support activities advised by the SENco/outside agencies.
- Provide feedback about children’s progress to the SENco, parents, and outside agencies.
- Report problems or incidents to the SENco or supervisor.
Skills and Expertise
- Knowledge of the Early Years Framework
- Child development and care
- Planning and delivery of engaging activities
- Observational skills and assessment
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Health and Safety awareness
Job Facilities/Benefits
- Personable and supportive team ethos
- Thriving school environment with a clear moral purpose
- Dedicated and supportive staff committed to improving standards
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
- Excellent indoor and outdoor facilities
- Supportive parents and governors
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Comprehensive staff well-being strategy (including Employee Assistance Programme, counselling, and support services)