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Early Years Practitioner

Aspire People Limited
Salford Contract GBP 24,700 – 28,600
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Early Years Practitioner

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to support within a welcoming early years setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young children during the most important stages of their development.

The setting is looking for someone who can create a nurturing, engaging, and safe learning environment while supporting children through play-based learning and early development activities.

The Role:

  • Supporting children within Nursery and Preschool provision

  • Assisting with early phonics, communication, numeracy, and social development

  • Supporting learning through creative and play-based activities

  • Encouraging positive behaviour, independence, and confidence

  • Assisting with observations and monitoring children's progress

  • Working closely with teachers, nursery staff, and parents to support pupil development

  • Supporting children with varying needs and abilities within the setting
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (desirable)

  • Experience working within a nursery, preschool, or school-based EYFS setting

  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework

  • Warm, patient, and nurturing approach

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

  • Passionate about supporting early childhood development
Why Work with Aspire People:
  • Competitive daily pay rates

  • Long-term and permanent opportunities available

  • Support from a dedicated Aspire consultant

  • Access to training and CPD opportunities

  • Opportunities across a variety of early years settings
This role would suit an experienced Early Years Practitioner or someone looking to continue building a long-term career within education and childcare.

Apply today to find out more.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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