Job Description
Early Years Practitioner
Start Date: January 2027
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham
Contract: Full-time
Salary: -110 per day
About the role and school
Teach Plus are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming and inclusive Early Years Centre in Hammersmith & Fulham, starting January 2027. This full-time Early Years Practitioner position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nursery Practitioner or qualified Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting young children''s learning and development. The successful Early Years Practitioner will work closely with the nursery team to deliver engaging, creative and play-based learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The role will focus on supporting children''s communication, language, physical, social and emotional development while creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
The setting is a well-established and community-focused Early Years Centre situated in Hammersmith & Fulham, providing a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for young children and their families. With a strong emphasis on child-centred learning, creativity and exploration, the centre is committed to providing a rich and stimulating Early Years curriculum that encourages curiosity, independence and confidence. Children benefit from engaging indoor and outdoor learning opportunities, with an emphasis on learning through play, developing positive relationships and exploring the world around them. The centre values strong partnerships with parents and carers and promotes an inclusive approach that ensures children with varying abilities and additional learning needs receive appropriate support. Staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality Early Years education within a nurturing and supportive environment.
This Early Years Practitioner opportunity would particularly suit a caring, proactive and enthusiastic individual with previous experience working within a Nursery, Children''s Centre or Early Years setting. The centre is looking for a confident and adaptable Early Years Practitioner who understands the importance of child-led learning, can support children''s individual developmental needs and enjoys working as part of a dedicated Early Years team. Experience supporting children aged 2-5, implementing the EYFS framework and encouraging learning through purposeful play would be particularly beneficial. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about Early Years education to make a genuine difference to children''s development while gaining valuable experience within a supportive and well-established setting.
Job Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment that encourages exploration, creativity and independence
Support children''s communication, language, early literacy, numeracy and physical development through purposeful play and structured activities
Observe, assess and monitor children''s progress, adapting activities to meet individual developmental needs and learning goals
Support children with varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment
Work collaboratively with Early Years teachers, nursery practitioners, parents and carers to promote children''s wellbeing, positive behaviour and personal development
Qualifications/Experience
Relevant Early Years, Childcare or Nursery qualification, ideally CACHE Level 2 or Level 3
Experience as an Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse or in a similar Early Years role
Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, child development and safeguarding practices
Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
Right to work in the UK
Next steps:
If this Early Years Practitioner position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Marc at Teach Plus.
Alternatively, please click ''apply'' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years'' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.