EYFS Practitioner

EYFS Practitioner Wanted – Join Our Team in Sheffield (S18)

Location: S18 area of Sheffield
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £11.85 - £14.50 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time, Temporary or Long-Term opportunities available

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) practitioner looking to make a difference in young children's lives? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated EYFS professional to join a warm and welcoming early years setting in the S18 area of Sheffield starting this September.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Promote a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports every child’s development
• Observe, assess, and track children's progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met consistently

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (or equivalent recognised by DfE), such as:
• Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development
• T Level in Education and Early Years
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Experience in an early years setting (nursery, preschool, or reception class)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and safeguarding procedures

Desirable Attributes:

• Paediatric First Aid certification (12-hour course)
• SEN experience or training
• Flexibility to adapt to different settings
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Access to local opportunities in schools and nurseries
• Ongoing CPD training and career progression support
• Competitive pay with weekly, reliable payments
• Personalised support from your dedicated consultant

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a supportive setting this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact me directly on 0114 241 3340 or joseph.wragg@teachingpersonnel.com | www.teachingpersonnel.com

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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