Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner – Jarrow

Are you a caring, creative, and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity?
A welcoming school nursery in Jarrow is seeking an enthusiastic and nurturing practitioner to join their team and support young children in their early learning and development.

Location: Jarrow
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term Role – Early Years Practitioner

About the Role:

• Support children aged 3–5 years within a school nursery setting, following the EYFS curriculum.

• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can learn, play, and thrive.

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and independence.

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, nursery colleagues, and parents to support children’s progress and well-being.

• Contribute to observations, assessments, and planning to meet each child’s individual needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) in Childcare or Early Years Education.

• Experience working in a nursery or school-based early years setting.

• A warm, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting young children.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A genuine passion for giving children the best possible start to their education.

Whether you’re an experienced Early Years Practitioner or newly qualified and eager to gain experience within a school nursery environment, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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