Early Years Practitioners
Step Teachers Ltd - Dagenham, London
£14.25 to £14.25 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
Early Years Practitioner – Full-time and part-time supply roles available ASAP These flexible opportunities are ideal for Early Years Practitioners who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different nursery and early years settings. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Practitioners to work across settings in Dagenham and the surrounding areas. Duties as an Early Years Practitioner: Support children’s learning and development through play and structured activities Assist in planning and delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment Work collaboratively with staff and parents to support individual needs Observe and record children’s progress and contribute to planning Ideal Early Years Practitioner: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education Experience working in nursery or early years settings Strong understanding of the EYFS framework Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £50 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!
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Early Years Practitioners
Step Teachers Ltd - Waltham Forest, London
£14.25 to £14.25 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
Early Years Practitioner – Daily supply from as soon as possible These flexible opportunities are ideal for Early Years Practitioners who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different nursery and early years settings in Waltham Forest and the surrounding areas. Duties as Early Years Practitioner: Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities Follow EYFS curriculum and contribute to planning and observations Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs Uphold safeguarding and welfare standards at all times Ideal Early Years Practitioner: Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Has recent experience working in nursery or early years settings Demonstrates strong knowledge of the EYFS framework Is flexible, reliable, and confident working in new environments Has a clear Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £50 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!
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Early Years Teacher
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Leeds
from £28,135 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Austhorpe as an Early Years Teacher! We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Teacher to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Austhorpe? A small nursery with a family feel Good location with great transport links Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education & Training by Great Place to Work 2026 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Teachers: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Teacher: By delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that inspire, engage, and support children’s development across all areas of the EYFS. Through working closely with the nursery team to create a positive, collaborative environment for children to thrive. By building strong, trusting partnerships with families to support each child’s learning and wellbeing. What an Early Years Teacher needs: Must be at least Level 6 Early Years qualified; UK EYTS essential. An excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Beneficial to have had Phonics Training. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Austhorpe. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
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Early Years Practitioner
Ethos Education - Barking and Dagenham
£26,000 to £30,000 a year, pro rata
On-sitePermanentFull time
Early Years Practitioner - ASAP start - Dagenham We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this wonderful nursery in Dagenham. This is a warm and nurturing setting that aims to provide a comforting home from home environment, with a very supportive management team who truly care about every member of staff. As this is a small, growing setting, you will be joining a friendly team of staff who are all likeminded and committed to good early years education and children's safety and wellbeing. There are opportunities for career development and further training funded by the nursery. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work as a key person, building close relationships with your key children and their family, getting to know and understanding their interests, routines, strengths and any areas they need support, in order to plan for next steps and support their development. Your responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner will include: • Carrying out observations and tracking key children's progress • Planning and delivering engaging and stimulating activities • Encouraging and supporting child-led play • Nurturing children's curiosity • Assisting with development of early literacy and maths skills • Supporting communication skills and personal, social, emotional and physical development It is essential for this Early Years Practitioner role that you hold at least a Level 3/equivalent qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have previous experience working in an early years setting. This is a full time and permanent position to start ASAP and to work 40 hours a week all year round, with a good holiday scheme. Salary would be from £26k-£30k per annum. Located in Dagenham, this nursery is easy to reach thanks to great transport links, including local tube stations and multiple bus routes, and parking is available. Make a difference and further your career as an Early Years Practitioner in a growing setting, apply now! Interviews are taking place ASAP. Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Early Years Practitioner
Ethos Education - Redbridge
£26,000 to £30,000 a year, pro rata
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join the lovely team at this nursery in Ilford, East London. This nursery is a wonderful place to work, with the aim to provide a happy, safe and stimulating environment for every child. With opportunities for career progression and training, it's a great place for any Early Years Practitioner looking to further their career. You will be planning and leading activities, as well as encouraging child-led play, both indoors and outside in the private garden! Some of your other responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner will include observations, supervising meal and nap times, assisting on days out in the local community, supporting learning and development, and personal care and feeding. It is essential for this role that you at minimum hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and have previous experience within a nursery or early years setting. This is a permanent and full time position to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Located in Ilford, this nursery is easy to reach, with multiple bus routes and local tube stations! Further your early years career and make a difference to children's lives as an Early Years Practitioner, apply now! Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Early Years Practitioner
Smart Kids Nursery - Birmingham, West Midlands
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are recruiting qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioners to join our expanding team. We are looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding early years care and education. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive nursery where high standards, safeguarding, and staff development are a priority. As a Qualified Early Years Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will contribute to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver high-quality care and education in line with EYFS requirements • Plan, prepare, and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities • Observe, assess, and accurately record children’s progress • Support children’s emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and individual needs • Maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive learning environment • Build positive and professional relationships with parents and carers • Work effectively as part of a team to maintain staff ratios and routines • Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times • Attend staff meetings, training, and supervisions as required
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Early Years Practitioners
Step Teachers Ltd - Bideford, South West
£14.25 to £14.25 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
Early Years Practitioner – Day-to-day supply from as soon as possible These flexible opportunities are ideal for Early Years Practitioners who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different nursery and school settings. Duties as Early Years Practitioner: Support the learning and development of children aged 0–5 Assist with planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment Observe and record children’s progress and contribute to learning journals Support children with personal care routines and hygiene Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents to support each child’s development Maintain a clean, organised, and inclusive learning space Ideal Early Years Practitioner: Relevant Early Years qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Early Years Education) Experience working with children in nursery or early years settings A warm, caring, and patient approach to supporting young children Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development Excellent communication and teamwork skills A flexible and proactive attitude to working across different settings An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £50 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!
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Early Years Practitioner
Jellytots - Bradford
Discounted childcare fees, Pension contributions,
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are seeking enthusiastic and positive individuals with a genuine love for childcare and a passion for supporting young children’s development. You will play a vital role in creating a nurturing, stimulating environment and delivering high-quality care and learning experiences that help each child thrive. Key Responsibilities Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all children. Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Foster creativity and curiosity through play-based learning initiatives. Monitor and support children’s progress, adapting activities to meet individual needs. Maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming nursery space that reflects our educational values. Collaborate with fellow practitioners to share ideas and continuously improve the quality of care.
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Early Years Practitioner
Ethos Education - Greenwich
£28,000 to £30,000 a year, pro rata
On-sitePermanentFull time
Early Years job opportunity in SE London We are looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this welcoming and diverse nursery in Eltham, with an ASAP start! If you're looking to further your early years career, this is a great place to work - with further training funded by the nursery, and plenty of opportunities for career progression (to roles such as Room Lead), as an Early Years Practitioner you will grow and learn every day. This nursery also offers excellent benefits, which include: • Bonuses paid throughout the year • Great holiday scheme, with an extra day added for each year of service • Supportive management • Focus on staff wellbeing • Career development • Team building and social events • Cycle to work scheme and free parking • Regular pay rises and a competitive salary • Free lunches • Discounted childcare • Free uniform provided Good knowledge of EYFS and the Early Years Framework is important as you will be following this when you plan and lead activities, supporting early reading and early maths skills development. Experience working within a nursery or in a childcare setting and a relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification are essential for this Early Years Practitioner position. This is a permanent position to work 40 hours per week, across 4 or 5 days. Salary from £28k to £32k per annum. Conveniently located in Eltham, this nursery is easy to reach thanks to excellent transport links and staff parking, and is in a great location close to some lovely parks and Eltham Palace, often visited on days out with the children! Make a difference in Eltham as an Early Years Practitioner - apply today! Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Early Years Apprentice
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Barrow-in-Furness
from £16,802 a year
On-siteApprenticeshipFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Hollingarth as an Early Years Apprentice! We’re now looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will be enrolled on to a training programme through the Kids Planet Training Academy to gain a qualification in Early Years. Why Kids Planet Hollingarth? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Apprentices: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Apprentice: By learning how to support, care for, and inspire children during their earliest years, from birth to age five. Through learning how to ensure the safeguarding of children in your care. By learning how to work as part of a successful team. Through working to build warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. By working as part of a successful team. Through liaising with parents on matters relating to the most important person in their world. What an Early Years Apprentice needs: To meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years. To pass maths and English entry assessments. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Hollingarth As a guide, Level 2 apprenticeships take approximately 15 months to complete, and Level 3 apprenticeships take approximately 18 months to complete. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
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