Early Years Practitioner - 24 hours per week - with potential of increase
Abbeymead Under 5’s is a small and nurturing playgroup committed to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for young children aged 2 - 4 years old. We believe in the importance of early childhood education and are dedicated to fostering a love for learning in our little ones.
We are currently seeking a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team. This part-time position entails 24 hours per week, with the possibility of increased hours in the future. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment for our young learners.
Key responsibilities will include planning and implementing age-appropriate activities to support the development of children aged 2 - 4years old, fostering a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity and exploration, building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive community within the playgroup. You will have the skills to observe and assess children's development, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to parents and to collaborate with the team to contribute to the overall planning and organisation of the playgroup.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent. Previous experience working with children aged 2 - 4 years old. Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a small team and a knowledge of SEN in an Early Years Setting.
If you are passionate about early childhood education and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter to abbeymeadunder5splaygroup@gmail.com and we will send back an application pack.
Abbeymead Under 5’s is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
