Early Years Practitioner in Hampstead

Early Years PractitionerLocation: Hampstead, NW3, LondonPosition: Early Years PractitionerSalary: £28,000 to £30,000, dependent on experienceHours: Full-time, shift system (7:45 am to 4:30 pm and 8:45 am to 5:30 pm, alternate days)Start Date: September 2024About the School:The school is a private, family-owned institution located in Hampstead, NW3, catering to children aged 2 to 11 years.

Dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment, the school is known for its strong community ethos, innovative curriculum, and commitment to excellence in early years education.

Role Overview:TeacherActive is recruiting passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join the team, specifically for early years and pre-reception.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with young children, a commitment to their development, and the ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:- Provide high-quality care and education for children in the early years and pre-reception age groups- Plan and deliver engaging and age-appropriate activities- Observe and assess children's development, maintaining accurate records- Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all timesBenefits:- Competitive salary range of £28,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years and 35 days after 10 years of service- School closure during the Christmas week- Shift system with paid breaks (two 15-minute breaks and a 50-minute lunch break)- School lunch provided- 3 paid Mental Health Days per year- Appraisal system with salary increases based on performance- Opportunities for professional development, including in-house and external training- Contributory pension planQualifications and Experience:- Relevant qualification in Early Years Education (e.

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, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)- Experience working with young children in an educational setting- Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- A proactive and positive approach to working as part of a teamJoin this exceptional school and make a difference in the lives of young children!

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a DBS check and satisfactory references.

All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance, and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

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(url removed)(phone number removed)All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

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We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional.

We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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