Academics in Canterbury are currently recruiting for a Level 2 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join a friendly, supportive, and well-established nursery team within a welcoming early years setting in Canterbury.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with children aged birth to five who thrives in a nurturing and busy nursery environment and enjoys making a real difference each day as an Early Years Practitioner in Canterbury.
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
Provide high-quality care and early education in line with the EYFS framework
Create a stimulating, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
Observe, plan, and assess children's development using Development Matters (2023)
Contribute to summative assessments and developmental reports
Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues within a supportive setting in Canterbury
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
Hold a recognised Level 2 Early Years qualification
Have recent experience working within a nursery or similar early years setting
Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
Be confident completing observations and supporting learning outcomes
Be proactive, caring, and a strong team player
What's on Offer
Supportive and experienced team environment
Flexible working hours
Generous holiday allowance, including a 2-week closure over Christmas and New YearIf you're passionate about early years education and looking to progress your career as an Early Years Practitioner, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£22000.00 - £23000.00 per year