Early Years Practitioner

Full-Time | Permanent | 4 or 5 Days per Week Large, Independent Nursery Group

Are you an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Educator looking to grow your career in a supportive, well-established setting? Our large, off-chain nursery group in LS16 is seeking a dedicated professional to join our vibrant team.

You'll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5, guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children's development across the seven areas of learning

• Creating a safe, stimulating environment that promotes active learning, critical thinking, and positive relationships

• Observing and assessing progress using Development Matters and contributing to individual learning journeys

• Collaborating with colleagues to plan engaging, age-appropriate activities

• Building strong partnerships with families and carers

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Competitive benefits package

• A warm, inclusive team culture

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• A chance to make a real impact in a child's early education

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent

• Passion for child development and early education

• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and characteristics of effective learning

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Join a nursery that values your experience, supports your growth, and celebrates your creativity. Apply today and help shape the future-one child at a time.

Location: LS16, Leeds

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'