Job description
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £95 - £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Part-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Every child deserves the best start in life. Help shape their future from the very beginning.
Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and nurturing Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about supporting children's development during their most important learning years?
GSL Education are seeking dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join welcoming nursery and primary school settings across Newcastle upon Tyne from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by helping young children grow in confidence, develop essential life skills, and build a love for learning.
We are looking for individuals who can create a warm, stimulating, and engaging environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore the world around them. Your patience, creativity, and enthusiasm will play a vital role in supporting every child's early development.
About the Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work alongside teachers and nursery staff to support children through play-based learning and structured activities. You will encourage children's social, emotional, physical, and educational development while ensuring their wellbeing remains at the heart of everything you do.
This is a part-time, long-term opportunity starting in September 2026, and applicants must be available to work 5 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Support children's learning and development through engaging activities
- Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
- Encourage children's communication, creativity, and independence
- Support children's personal, social, and emotional development
- Observe, monitor, and record children's progress
- Assist with classroom and outdoor learning activities
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Promote positive behaviour and good learning habits
- Uphold safeguarding and health & safety policies at all times
What We're Looking For
- Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting is desirable
- A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for supporting children's early learning and development
- Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences
- Reliable, professional, and committed attitude
- Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
- Available to work 5 days per week
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates of £95 - £115 per day
- Part-time, long-term role starting in September 2026
- Opportunity to work in welcoming and supportive Early Years settings
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- The chance to make a lasting impact during a child's earliest learning experiences
Please be advised that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or completing a new application.
As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing high-quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in this Early Years Practitioner role in Newcastle upon Tyne, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.