Early Years Educator | Mainstream Primary School | Immediate Start

The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression.

We are currently looking for an Early Years Educator to support amongst nursery and reception classes in a mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Barnet. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience within the Early Years sector and good knowledge of the EYFS framework.

Details about Early Years Role:

• Mon-Fri, 8:15am – 3:45pm
• No weekends
• Term time, Long-term, Full-time
• £400-£500 per week (PAYE)
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

Responsibilities of Early Years Educator:

• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for young children
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
• Encourage learning through play
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Observe and assess children’s development and progress
• Collaborate with other educators to plan and coordinate activities and events
• Maintain accurate records of children’s attendance, progress, and incidents
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child’s development and any concerns

Skill Requirements for Early Years Educator:

• Strong knowledge of child development theories and practices
• Level 3 CACHE qualified
• Adept understanding of EYFS framework
• Behaviour management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and understanding towards young children
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of children and the program

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you believe to be a good match for this role, apply with your full CV today!

Early Years Educator | Mainstream Primary School | Immediate Start