Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner focuses on supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5 through meaningful play and planned experiences.

What the role involves

• Supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5 through meaningful play and planned experiences.
• Ensuring every child feels valued, nurtured and challenged according to their individual needs and interests.
• Following safeguarding procedures and promoting a strong culture of safety.
• Building positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents across multiple settings.
• At Green Giraffe Nurseries, we don’t just provide childcare – we nurture little adventurers with big imaginations, kind hearts, and curious minds.
• Supporting across Green Giraffe Nursery settings when needed.

Skills and requirements

• At least 1 year’s experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• A current Enhanced DBS, or willingness to undergo a check.
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and at least two satisfactory references.

Candidate fit

• Patience, safeguarding awareness, EYFS understanding, and clear family communication.

Additional role context

• Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner ready to make a difference across multiple settings?
• Enthusiastic and flexible Early Years Practitioners to join our bank team, providing high‑quality care.
• While this is a bank role, we are able to offer greater consistency, including a minimum of 10 hours per week for successful candidates.