We are seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner for a long-term, part-time role working 4 days a week, with the potential to become permanent, starting November 2025.This opportunity is within an outstanding nursery setting where children play happily and thrive in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Staff are incredibly sensitive to children’s needs and promote their well-being throughout the day. The nursery encourages exploration, curiosity, and independence, helping children develop essential motor and communication skills. Behaviour is exceptionally good, and children are supported to take well-supervised risks and engage in enriching activities that foster their development.Duties of the Early Years Practitioner include:

• Supporting the care and development of babies and young children in a nursery setting
• Creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Planning and delivering age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Observing and recording children’s progress to inform future planning
• Collaborating with colleagues and parents to support each child’s individual needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and well-being throughout the day
• Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed at all times

The ideal Early Years Practitioner will have:

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• Proven experience working with babies in a nursery or similar setting
• A nurturing and responsive approach to supporting young children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A good understanding of EYFS and child development
• Paediatric First Aid certification (preferred)
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!