Early Years Practitioner

Dragonflies Pre-School is open between 07:30 and 17:30pm Monday to Friday – Term Time Only.

Job Summary

Are you a caring, creative Early Years Practitioner with a Level 3 qualification and a passion for helping little ones thrive?

Have a good understanding of the EYFS and Development Matters is essential.

At Dragonflies, we provide a family-focused environment where both children and staff are genuinely valued and supported. Our setting fosters a positive and inspiring atmosphere that celebrates individuality and promotes ongoing professional development.

✨ If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you at [email protected] ✨

The required hours are:

25-30 hours per week

Hours required are between Monday - Friday - 7:30AM - 5:30 PM

(Term time - only)

More hours may be available, if required.

Duties

• To actively promote Dragonflies commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Delivering high-quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework.
• Foster a warm and welcoming environment that encourages curiosity and learning.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Observe, assessing and record children’s learning and development, keeping key children’s files updated to reflect their individual progress. Maintain accurate, meaningful records that celebrate each child’s achievements and daily experiences.
• Liaise with setting SENCO to support children's individual needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers about children’s development, progress, and well-being, building positive and supportive relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver programmes that meet each child’s individual needs and promote their learning and growth.
• Supervise and actively engage with children to maintain a safe and supportive environment at all times.
• Be aware of each child’s allergies, medical needs, and dietary requirements, ensuring all food and snacks provided meet individual nutritional and safety needs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including hygiene standards.
• To share responsibility with other staff the set up/tidy up of activities and the room before and after sessions, the sorting, tidying, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and toys.
• To support other staff within the available spaces both indoors and out and to work individually and as part of a team.
• To attend monthly staff meetings.

Benefits of Joining Our Amazing Team:

At Dragonflies Pre-School, we value and invest in our team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary with access to a workplace pension scheme.
• Discounted childcare for team members
• Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme – offering wellbeing and mental health support
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) available for additional flexibility
• 3-4 Day Working Week
• Paid Lunches

At Dragonflies Pre-School, we are passionate about giving every child the best possible start. We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 2–5 in a fun, nurturing environment that supports early learning and development. We also offer wraparound care for primary-aged children (4–11), creating a safe and engaging space before and after school.

Thanks to our amazing team, Dragonflies is a truly special place. Each member of staff brings their own unique strengths and qualities, creating a rich and varied environment full of learning opportunities, exciting experiences, and plenty of fun along the way!

Pre- Employment Checks

Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment & Pre-Employment Checks

Dragonflies Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including:

• An Enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check, as appropriate to the role.
• Satisfactory two references as part of our safer recruitment process.
• Confirmation of the applicant’s suitability to work with children, including disclosure of any information that may affect their suitability.
• Verification of identity and right to work in the UK.
• Verification of relevant Early Years qualifications, where required for the role.
• Additional criminal record and/or suitability checks where an applicant has lived or worked overseas, where applicable.
• Any other appropriate pre-employment checks required for the role.
• The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Employment will only be confirmed once all required pre-employment and safeguarding checks have been completed satisfactorily.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £14,372.00-£17,246.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person