Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential)
Core
Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for young children by planning and delivering structured activities like storytelling, creative arts, sensory play, and outdoor adventures to support their development and wellbeing.
Role type
Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)
Builds
Play-based learning experiences and safe, nurturing environments for children in wraparound childcare settings.
Domain
Education / Early Childhood Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Child development knowledge, activity planning, safeguarding compliance, hygiene support, record keeping, relationship building with parents
Preferred skills
Creativity, positive energy, ability to adapt environments
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver fun, structured activities; support children's toileting and hygiene routines; maintain accurate records of incidents and observations; uphold confidentiality and child protection standards; set up and tidy play spaces; build positive relationships with parents and team.
Seniority
Junior, hands-on practitioner