Early Years Educator

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EYE24_1714467602
Closing date May 30, 2024
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Location: LS8, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-Time (4 or 5 days a week)

About Us: Our client in LS8 offers an enriching and nurturing environment for young children, utilizing the Montessori curriculum to guide their development and growth. We are a team of dedicated professionals who prioritize high-quality early years education and care.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working with children using the Montessori curriculum, fostering their independence, curiosity, and love of learning. This full-time role can be worked over 4 or 5 days, providing flexibility and a great work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement age-appropriate activities based on the Montessori curriculum.
  • Observe and assess children's progress, providing detailed records and reports.
  • Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children.
  • Foster strong relationships with children, parents, and team members.
  • Support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and nursery policies.

    • Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant early years qualification (e.g., Level 3 or higher) is required.
  • Experience with the Montessori approach is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to a dynamic environment.

    • Benefits:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Generous holiday entitlement.
  • Discounted childcare for your family.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
  • Supportive and collaborative team atmosphere.

    • If you are passionate about providing high-quality early years education and have the qualifications and experience we seek, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

    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.'

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