Early Years Practitioner

Full-time, permanent. 

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for the position of an Early Years Practioner within our Children's Centres team. Currently, we are seeking to recruit a full-time candidate to join our children’s centre Team. This permanent position.

Our Children's Centres in Redbridge serve as the focal point of contact for children under 5 years old (up to 8 years old for children with special educational needs and disabilities) and their families. These centres offer a wide range of services, including early education and childcare, healthcare, advice and support during difficult times, training, and volunteering opportunities.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team. As an experienced and passionate practitioner with excellent communication skills, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to working collaboratively with children, families, and other agencies. Your role will involve working as part of a dynamic team of Children’s Centres.

If you are motivated to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join our professional, friendly team and contribute to the valuable work we do in supporting and empowering families in our community.

At Redbridge Children's Centres, the welfare and protection of children and families are of utmost importance to us. Therefore, we require all staff members to share our commitment to safeguarding.

We are seeking an ideal candidate who possesses strong IT skills, demonstrates exceptional organisational abilities, and has the capacity to effectively prioritise and manage a busy and diverse workload.

To be considered for this position, we are looking for someone who holds a qualification in childcare at NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent credential in a relevant field. The right candidate should exhibit the following qualities and be capable of performing the following responsibilities:

Contribute to the fulfilment of the Children's Centre's core service offer in Redbridge, ensuring the achievement of Development Matters outcomes and objectives in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and Redbridge Council's key strategies and action plans related to Early Years (birth to five).

Collaborate with the Redbridge Children's Centres team to develop and deliver high-quality services for children and families, with the aim of enhancing outcomes for all children.

Facilitate groups for families with children under 5 years old.

Identify the needs of children and their families and provide support through a group intervention model that addresses the identified needs.

Offer advice and guidance to service users on parenting, home learning, and other relevant topics.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of professionals and receive excellent support, supervision, and training to enhance your professional growth.

If you possess the necessary experience, qualifications, and skills, and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our dedicated team.

If you’d like further information, please contact Gurbaksho.kaur@redbridge.gov.uk or Lisa.allen@redbridge.gov.uk

To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.