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Early Years Practitioner

  • Location:

    East London

  • Sector:

    Primary Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £82.14 - £100 per day

  • Contact:

    Nathan Ziel

  • Contact email:

    nathan@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    NZ731_1769525504

  • Published:

    about 5 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-02-26

Early Years Practitioner | East London | ASAP Start | £82.14-£100 per day

Reeson Education is recruiting for a nurturing Early Years Practitioner to join a vibrant primary school in the borough of Waltham Forest. This Early Years Practitioner role is perfect for someone who loves working with young children and supporting their early development across Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford, Highams Park, and Woodford.

The Role: As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll be working with children in EYFS, supporting their learning through play and helping them develop key skills in a warm, nurturing environment. This Early Years Practitioner position involves working alongside teachers to create engaging activities and support children with additional needs including SEN.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting children's learning and development across all areas of the EYFS curriculum
  • Assisting with planning and delivering creative, play-based activities
  • Providing care and support for young learners, including those with SEN or developmental delays
  • Building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff
  • Observing and recording children's progress to inform next steps in learning

What We're Looking For:

  • Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare (essential)
  • Experience working as an Early Years Practitioner in a school or nursery setting
  • A warm, patient approach with strong communication skills
  • Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
  • Desirable: Knowledge of supporting children with SEN, PECS, or Makaton

Why Join This School: This East London school has a fantastic EYFS team and values every Early Years Practitioner for their contribution to children's early learning. With great transport links across the borough, you'll find this Early Years Practitioner role both accessible and rewarding.

Apply today to secure your Early Years Practitioner role with Reeson Education!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%