At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning through play and create engaging activities.
- Company: Welcoming early years setting in Northampton with a nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term opportunity, and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering children's growth and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young children's lives and support their development.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children.
The predicted salary is between 25875 - 31625 £ per year.
A welcoming and well-established early years setting in Northampton is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join its team from November 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic early years professional who is committed to creating engaging learning experiences and supporting children throughout their early development.
Working within a supportive, inclusive, and child-centred environment, you will play an important role in helping children learn through play, develop their communication and social skills, and build the confidence and independence they need to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and delivery of engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Create a safe, caring, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel valued and supported.
- Observe, assess, and record children's learning, development, progress, and achievements.
- Encourage children's communication, creativity, independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues.
- Support children's individual needs and adapt activities to ensure all children can participate and make progress.
- Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care, sleep routines, and indoor and outdoor learning.
- Promote positive behaviour and support children in developing their social and emotional skills.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and child protection procedures at all times.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider early years team and setting.
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds a recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, Childcare, or a related subject.
- Has previous experience working with children within an early years, nursery, pre-school, or school setting.
- Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- Is passionate, caring, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young children's learning and development.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can build strong and positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Is reliable, adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What the Setting Offers
- November 2026 start within a welcoming Northampton early years setting.
- Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.
- Competitive rates of pay based on qualifications and experience.
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