000B 6DC6 / 1 – Early Years Worker

Work Pattern: 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri

PAYE Pay Rate: £15.31 per hour

Main Purpose

To work directly with young children aged 0-5 and their families, helping improve school readiness, learning, development and access to support services.

Typical Duties

• Deliver one-to-one and group sessions with children and families.
• Plan and deliver play-based learning and development activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support children with communication, language, speech and listening development.
• Work with families in Family Hubs, community venues and family homes.
• Identify children and families who may need additional support and signpost them to appropriate services.
• Complete assessments and contribute to Early Help plans.
• Maintain accurate records using systems such as Early Help Modules and Liquidlogic.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside partner agencies.
• Engage families and encourage them to participate in Family Hub services.
• Attend team and operational meetings and contribute to service planning.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years/Childcare.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly vulnerable groups.
• Experience planning and evaluating activities or programmes.
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and use IT systems.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency team.

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