Early Years Practitioner Part Time

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and caring Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team at Kingsway Childrens this rewarding role you will support the day-to-day operation of the setting ensuring a safe nurturing and stimulating environment for children.

You will play a vital role in supporting childrens development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) building strong relationships with children and families and contributing to high-quality childcare provision. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual committed to delivering outstanding early years education and care

Actual Salary: 12636.28 per annum

Working Pattern: 18.5 hours per week / Monday Tuesday 7.5 hours and Wednesday 3.5 hourswith various shifts scheduled between 7:45am and 5:15pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe secure and welcoming environment for children at all times
• Support childrens learning and development through engaging and stimulating activities aligned with EYFS
• Act as a key person planning and delivering age-appropriate activities and monitoring childrens progress
• Build positive relationships with children parents and external professionals to support individual needs
• Carry out observations and maintain accurate developmental records in line with EYFS requirements
• Promote positive behaviour and support childrens emotional wellbeing
• Follow safeguarding procedures and ensure compliance with policies and Ofsted standards
• Assist with daily routines including meals hygiene and general care of children
• Ensure play areas and equipment are safe clean and fit for purpose

Essential Criteria

• Level 2 qualification in Childcare (or working towards)
• Recent experience in a nursery or similar early years setting
• Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection practices
• Good communication skills both written and verbal

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary
• 30 pro rataBookable annual leave days bank holidays and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to same-day GP appointments high street discounts discounted hair and beauty treatments electric car scheme.
• On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
• Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.

Additional Information

• Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally before commencing employment all employees undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.
• Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Closing date: 22nd June 2026

Interview date: 6th July 2026

Apply Now

If you are enthusiastic about early years education and want to make a positive difference in childrens lives we would love to hear from you.

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