2,861 Early Years Practitioner jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our team. As an Early Years Educator, you will be responsible for providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to learn and grow. You will play a key role in promoting their social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum to support children's learning and development

• Create a safe and inclusive environment where children can explore, play, and interact with their peers

• Observe and assess children's progress, identifying areas for improvement or additional support

• Collaborate with parents and guardians to ensure open communication and involvement in their child's education

• Maintain accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and any incidents or concerns

• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and other professionals

• Follow all health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of the children in your care

Requirements:

• Minimum of a level 3 qualification

• Proven experience working with young children in an educational setting

• Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young children

We offer competitive compensation packages including benefits such as paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

If you are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young children and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.50-£13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 28.5 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Nursery : 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Join Our Team as an Early Years Practitioner – Level 2/3 or Trainee…

Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time

Why This Role?

Do you have a passion for inspiring young minds? Whether you're an experienced Early Years Practitioner or just starting your career, this is your chance to make a real difference in children's lives while building a rewarding future for yourself.

What You'll Be Doing

• Bringing the Early Years curriculum to life through fun, engaging activities.

• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children thrive.

• Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and your team.

• Observing and supporting children's development while keeping accurate records.

• Collaborating with colleagues to plan exciting learning opportunities.

• Following best practice in safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS guidance.

What We're Looking For

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years (a bonus, not a must)

• A genuine passion for working with young children

• Strong communication skills and a team spirit

• A positive, flexible, and can-do attitude

• Willingness to learn and train if you're new to the sector

What You'll Get

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• A supportive, friendly, and welcoming work culture

• Clear pathways for career progression

• Work placements available for those looking to gain experience while training

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From £12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 38 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

We are looking for an enthusiastic, fun and hard working individual to join our early years team, creating a nurturing and engaging environment for all children to play, learn and develop, to provide exciting opportunities to achieve their full potential.

Completing children's learning profiles ensuring observations are detailed, reflective and provide developmentally challenging next steps.

Your qualifications and experience - Level 3 or higher in Early Learning and Childcare, with minimum of 1 years previous experience working and caring for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. A willingness to undertake relevant childcare qualifications in the future and in-house training.

Knowledge and confidence of using the following documents and guidance to support your practice:

TWCAWW/Pre-Birth to three

Realising the Ambition - Being Me

Health and social care standards

GIRFEC and Safeguarding and Child protection are essential.

Must register with the SSSC and have membership with PVG scheme.

Please send your CV along with a cover letter stating why you would be the ideal candidate for this post.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £24,420.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Are you new to child care or looking for a new challenge?

We would love to hear from you

We are looking for someone special who can build fabulous relationships with babies and young children and can be intuitive to their ever changing needs.

You will need to be proactive and passionate and an excellent team player. This is a busy nursery, full of laughter and fun so you will need to be comfortable with working at a pace and be quick to think on your feet.

Ideally you will hold a full and relevant level 3 childcare qualification, but we are also keen to talk to people looking to develop in this role who may not yet hold this. In fact we have regularly supported people through their level three qualifications whilst working with us, so if you can demonstrate your ability and commitment, we could discuss this route with you at interview.

For experienced practitioners already working in this role, there is scope to be employed at a Senior Practitioner level subject to you having the desired skills to meet the role.

Experience of working with children in some capacity is a must.

Please be aware that given the nature of the role, you will need to meet our safeguarding criteria and hold a clear DBS check to work alongside children.

Summary

As an Early Years Practitioner or Early Years Apprentice, you will be instrumental in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. Reporting to the Nursery Manager, your role will focus on delivering high-quality early childhood education and care. Core skills in childcare, communication, and experience with children will be essential as you engage with and support their development.

Experience or skills as a senior practitioner or room leader, may also be utilized in guiding less experienced staff. Join us in shaping the future of our children through dedicated and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to children in early years settings.
• Foster a safe and nurturing environment that promotes children's development and learning.
• Engage with children through play and educational activities, ensuring their individual needs are met.
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers regarding children's progress and well-being.
• Collaborate with team members to implement early childhood education programs and policies.
• Support the management in maintaining a positive and productive nursery atmosphere.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.30 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Nursery – Annandale Street

Salary – From £27,996 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location - Edinburgh

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: "I did that."

We're looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Annandale Street nursery.

Our Benefits

• £27,996 per annum
• Childcare discount of 50% for first child *
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
• Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.

What we're looking for

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong understanding of the Scottish Curriculum frameworks
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced PVG Check.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today

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We look forward to receiving your application

If you experience any problems, please email and we will be happy to help.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced passionate and caring practitioner to become part of our team.

The ideal candidate will have a real passion for working with children and understand the importance of delivering quality learning experiences. An enthusiastic professional who works well as part of a team. Has the ability to deliver the Curriculum appropriately and effectively with a commitment to continuous professional development.

We offer competitive pay within the private sector along with additional paid overtime. Uniform costs covered by company.

25 days Annual leave + 9 Public holidays.

Reduced childcare costs.

Invitations to social events and team building opportunities.

High quality training opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £24,667.50 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £24,667.50 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• On-site parking

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

We are looking for a part time level 2/3 experienced childcare practitioner to join our team, in delivering a fun and exciting curriculum, with a strong understanding of the EYFS

Person must be reliable, flexible, able to use own initiative, work within a team and alone, but mainly someone who loves to work with children. A good understanding of the EYFS and the need to work to a high standard.

The position is 3 days per week, additional hours may be offered to cover other staff holidays and sickness.

Our setting is based in a beautiful detached house in Aldwick, Bognor Regis, and has been established for over 30 years, caring for children from 0-4 years. We have a wonderful large south facing garden and off road parking.

We are open Monday to Friday from 8 till 5.30, all year and offer flexible care.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £15,238.08 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (required)
• Nursery: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for babies and children, fostering their development through engaging activities and play-based learning.

Duties

• Plan and implement educational activities that promote the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and enhance the nursery curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records of children's development and attendance.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to build strong relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the nursery setting.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in Early Childhood Education or Childcare.
• Experience working with children in a nursery or educational setting is essential.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to create engaging learning experiences tailored to individual children's needs
• A commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. If you are enthusiastic about early years education and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £12.21-£13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 17 – 30 per week

Work Location: In person

Bristol University Day Nursery

Job Vacancy for Qualified Early Years Practitioner.

We are a diverse and unique setting providing childcare of the staff and students at the University. Our families are not just from Bristol but from further afield or abroad. Our children are multi-lingual and we support them in various ways, including a multilingual staff team. As a setting we focus on ensuing that children and families are settled and feel a sense of belonging in our nursery community. We are a non-profit making charity with the money received from fees going straight to staff and children's resources. We have a strong management team and committee, with a drive for reflection and improvement. We strive for fun, care and laughter whilst providing wonderful opportunities for the children in our care.

Why work for us?

• Our starting salary is: £28,081pa starting salary increasing to £8,879pa after successful 6 months probation. (From 1st April 2025, Level 3 qualified, Full -time, 40 hours per week between 8.30am and 5.30pm)
• One half day per week and a rota given a week in advance.
• We are a living wage employer and have annual pay reviews in April
• Excellent holiday entitlement (33 days) including standard 28 days holiday, an extra 3 days for Christmas closure, 2 additional University closure days and extra annual leave for long service.
• Employers contribute to company pension up to 12.5%.
• Free uniform
• Paid 45 minute lunch break.
• Career progression and lots of training opportunities
• We offer opportunities for progression, two staff training days, first aid, food hygiene and manual handling training as standard, time for paperwork and monthly staff meetings.
• Time in lieu for overtime.

We are looking or someone who will:

• Provide the children with a safe, secure and home like environment.
• Have a working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Operate a key person system and liaise with parents, carers and senior staff.
• Plan, organise and implement a programme of activities to meet the needs of this age group and each individual child's needs and interests.
• Work as part of a highly motivated and professional team.
• Enjoy the variety and spontaneity of early years.

You must:

• Have a full and relevant level 3 Qualification minimum . Level 2 applicants are welcome to apply (salary would be different)

We take safeguarding seriously and all applications are subject to DBS checks and references following our safer recruitment policy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 8,081.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• BRISTOL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person