At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for children and support their learning through play.
- Company: Join a passionate team dedicated to early years development.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £500 welcome bonus, childcare discounts, and wellness support.
- Other info: Collaborative team with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development.
The predicted salary is between 29670 - 29670 £ per year.
Hours: Full Time & Part Time roles available (Monday–Friday)
Salary: Up to £29,670 per annum (dependent on qualification and experience)
Benefits: £500 welcome bonus, performance-related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day, enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, and a full wellbeing & development package.
Role Overview: As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children feel supported, valued and motivated to learn. You will contribute to high-quality early years practice and help deliver engaging learning experiences throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality early years care and education in line with EYFS principles
- Support children’s learning through play, exploration and daily routines
- Identify and maximise learning opportunities in everyday moments
- Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a high-quality environment
- Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of all children is always prioritised
About You:
We are looking for someone passionate, caring and committed to early years development.
Qualifications:
- A genuine passion for child development and early years care
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong communication skills with colleagues, parents and children
- High levels of empathy, patience and professionalism
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
- Experience working within Early Years across different age groups
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary up to £29,670 (DOE)
- £500 welcome bonus
- Enhanced annual leave and paid sick pay
- Childcare discounts and family-focused benefits
- Health and wellbeing support schemes
- Learning and development opportunities
- Financial wellbeing tools and support programmes
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
Safeguarding: This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full compliance with EYFS safeguarding standards. The safeguarding and welfare of children is the highest priority.
Early Years Practitioner in Chelmsford employer: Odin Recruitment Group
Odin Recruitment Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. Located in a vibrant community, we provide our employees with comprehensive training opportunities, competitive benefits, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in early years education, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in childcare.
