Job description

Job Title: Level 2 Early Years Educator
Location: Middlesbrough
Pay Rate: £90 - £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term

Could you use your Early Years skills to help young children learn, grow, and become more confident every day?

GSL Education Newcastle Branch are welcoming applications from caring and enthusiastic Level 2 Early Years Educators to work in schools and Early Years settings across Middlesbrough. This position would suit individuals who enjoy supporting young children through play, practical activities, and everyday learning experiences.

The L2 Early Years Educator helps children develop important communication, social, physical, and early learning skills within a safe and positive environment.

Level 2 Early Years Educator Responsibilities:

  • Support children during play-based learning and planned activities
  • Help young learners develop speaking, listening, and social skills
  • Prepare simple resources and activities suited to different stages of development
  • Encourage creativity, curiosity, sharing, and independence
  • Observe children’s development and share relevant information with staff
  • Support daily routines while maintaining a safe and organised environment

Level 2 Early Years Educator Requirements:

  • Level 2 Early Years qualification or equivalent is desirable
  • Previous experience working with young children in a school setting or similar
  • Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
  • Caring, patient, and responsible approach to supporting children
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join GSL Education:

  • Work in rewarding roles with competitive daily remuneration
  • Put your Early Years knowledge into practice
  • Gain experience across different education and childcare settings
  • Support children during an important stage of their development
  • Receive ongoing guidance from dedicated education consultants

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the Newcastle.

For more information or to register your interest in the “Level 2 Early Years Educator” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.