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Early Years Practitioner | Southwark
Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner looking to join a nurturing pre-prep school in Southwark? This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional to work within a well-established setting supporting young children through the early stages of their education.
The school is looking for an Early Years Practitioner with a minimum CACHE Level 3 qualification and at least 3 years' experience working within an Early Years or pre-prep setting. You will play an important role in creating a safe, engaging and stimulating environment where children can develop their confidence, independence and early learning skills.
Permanent | Pre-Prep School | £27,500 - £32,500
What the school can offer an Early Years Practitioner:
- A salary of £27,500 - £32,500, depending on experience.
- A welcoming pre-prep environment focused on children's individual development.
- The opportunity to work with experienced Early Years professionals.
- A supportive setting where staff are encouraged to develop their practice.
- Access to professional development and training opportunities.
- A role where you can build strong relationships with children and families.
- The opportunity to contribute to a stimulating and engaging Early Years curriculum.
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Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting children's learning and development through engaging activities and experiences.
- Planning and delivering age-appropriate activities linked to the Early Years curriculum.
- Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
- Encouraging early communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.
- Observing children's development and contributing to accurate records and assessments.
- Creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
- Supporting children's independence, confidence and social skills.
- Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
- Following safeguarding, health and safety and school policies at all times.
The successful Early Years Practitioner will:
- Hold a minimum CACHE Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant equivalent.
- Have at least 3 years' experience working within Early Years, nursery or pre-prep settings.
- Have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
- Be confident supporting children's learning and development across the Early Years.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to build positive relationships with young children and their families.
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Be enthusiastic, reliable and committed to providing a high standard of care and education.
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If you are an experienced Early Years Practitioner with a minimum CACHE Level 3 qualification and at least three years' experience, and you are looking for your next opportunity within a Southwark pre-prep school, we would be keen to hear from you.
Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 'Early Years Practitioner' role, in Southwark. For other roles like this, check out our website, search 'Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Early Years Practitioner role.
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