Early Years Practitioner
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Leeds, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £12.89 - £13.50 per hour |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | EYP25_1757412007 |
| Job Views | 13 |
- Description
Job Title: Qualified Early Years Practitioner - Private Day Nursery (Permanent Role) Location: Adel, Leeds Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an experienced and passionate Early Years Practitioner looking for your next challenge? Do you have a solid understanding of the EYFS framework, and the confidence to bring fresh ideas to a nurturing, supportive team?
Our client, a well-established private day nursery in the heart of Adel, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic practitioner to join their close-knit team on a permanent basis.
About the Role:
As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play a key role in supporting children's learning and development, delivering high-quality care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 2 years of experience in early years settings who's ready to take ownership, drive best practice, and help shape the future of a thriving nursery.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support the prime and specific areas of learning
Foster strong relationships with children, parents, and carers
Monitor, assess, and record children's progress using observation and planning cycles
Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children
Work collaboratively with the team, sharing best practice and new ideas
Support children's personal, social, and emotional development
Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times
Requirements:
Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (or above)
Minimum of 2 years' experience working within an Early Years setting
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements
Confident, proactive, and passionate about early years education
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, but also take initiative
Excellent communication and organisational skills
What We're Looking For:
A confident, passionate individual who is not afraid to bring fresh ideas to the table
Someone who wants to make a difference and be a big part of the nursery's continued success
A practitioner who can confidently support children's development, build trusting relationships, and create a warm, welcoming learning environment
What You'll Get:
A welcoming, supportive, and professional team environment
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
A chance to be part of a setting that values your voice, ideas, and experience
Career progression for the right candidate
Beautiful, purpose-built setting with high-quality resources
Ready to bring your passion and experience to a setting that truly values you? Apply now and help shape the next generation of curious, confident learners.
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.'
