Pay: £21,575.00 - £21,968.00 per year
Job description:
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – North East
Location: South Tyneside
Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are working in partnership with a welcoming Early Years setting, and invite applications for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner.
Whether you’re experienced or looking to grow your career in Early Years, this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team in a vibrant, inclusive environment.
Your Role
As an Early Years Practitioner you will contribute to delivering high-quality education and care for children aged from infancy through to school-age within a dynamic centre. You will help build structured, nurturing learning experiences, promoting children’s welfare, development and readiness for school.
Key Responsibilities
- Work across age phases (babies, toddlers, pre-school, reception) to support teaching, learning and wellbeing.
- Plan and implement engaging play-based and structured activities that excite and challenge children.
- Monitor, record and review children’s progress and ensure continuity of learning
- Maintain a safe and welcoming environment in line with safeguarding and welfare regulations.
- Collaborate with colleagues, contribute to curriculum planning and support transitions into school.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience working in Early Years or Nursery settings.
- A sound understanding of child development from 0-5 years and ability to adapt to multiple age phases.
- Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to promoting children’s welfare and achieving high standards of care.
- Relevant qualification (for example Level 3 in Early Years) or willingness to work toward one.
Why Work with Education World?
- REC Audited Education Status - We're officially recognised for maintaining the highest recruitment standards in education
- Weekly Pay - Always on time, every Friday
- PAYE Only - No umbrella companies, no hidden fees
- Free CPD Opportunities - Upskill with access to a wide range of professional development
- Rated 4.9 on Trustpilot - Join hundreds of happy educators who've rated us excellent
- Supportive Team - Dedicated consultants who know your area and your schools
- Candidate First Approach - Your needs, your preferences, your wellbeing – always our priority
- Referral Bonus - refer your educator friends and earn uncapped bonus payments -our way of saying thank you (terms and conditions apply)
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in education and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive safeguarding and compliance checks in line with regulatory requirements and the REC Code of Professional Practice.
Education World is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and fairness throughout our recruitment processes and within the schools we support.
