Job description
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about shaping young children's first steps into education and ready to make an immediate impact?
GSL Education are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Practitioner to join a vibrant early years setting in Rotherham. This role requires candidates who hold a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification. If you are committed to providing a safe, stimulating, and fun learning environment, we would love to hear from you!
About the Role:
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children’s development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn. Working closely with other early years staff, you will help to create a nurturing setting where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Plan and support a range of stimulating, age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
- Observe and record children’s progress, identifying areas for support and intervention.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and carers to ensure every child's needs are met.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional resilience, and social skills through everyday interactions.
- Maintain a safe, organised, and inclusive environment, ensuring that safeguarding policies are strictly adhered to.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and evaluate activities, ensuring continual improvement.
Job Requirements:
- Must hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
- Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool, or early years setting.
- Sound understanding of the EYFS framework and child development stages.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a dedicated team.
- A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting young learners.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- Earn a competitive daily wage of £86 to £100, reflecting your expertise and dedication.
- Access to a dedicated consultant offering personalised career support.
- Be part of a supportive and passionate early years team that values your contribution.
- Immediate start available, ensuring you can step into a rewarding role without delay.
If you are a qualified and passionate Early Years Practitioner looking to make a difference in the lives of young children, this opportunity in Rotherham could be perfect for you.
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 across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Early Years Practitioner’ 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.