Creative Childcare Assistant Wanted!

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Location: Harrogate and Surrounding Areas

Are you a unique and passionate individual with a genuine love for fostering the growth and development of young minds? We are currently seeking dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our team in Harrogate and the surrounding areas.

Position Overview: As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years. Your responsibilities will include planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, supporting children's social and emotional development, and promoting a love for learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging activities that support the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for children to thrive.
• Embrace outdoor and messy play, encouraging creativity and exploration.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to ensure each child's unique needs are met.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic learning space, following health and safety guidelines.
• Document and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and caregivers.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a nursery setting is essential.
• Passion for outdoor and messy play, promoting a hands-on learning approach.
• Relevant qualifications in early childhood education or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, with the option for flexible hours.
• Newly qualified practitioners (NQTs) are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our organization.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking to make a positive impact on young lives, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume detailing your passion for early childhood education to (url removed) or in response to this advert.

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.'