Level 3 Early Years Assistant

Job Title: Level 3 Early Years Assistant
Location: Gateshead
Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start: September
Pay: £107.71 per day

Level 3 Early Years Assistant

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and qualified Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a passion for supporting young children as they develop confidence, independence and essential early skills?

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming early years setting in Gateshead to appoint a Level 3 Early Years Assistant to join their dedicated team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years practitioner who is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can learn, play and thrive.

Level 3 Early Years Assistant – Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

• Support the delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning and play activities
• Work alongside the Early Years team to support children’s individual learning and development
• Encourage children to develop communication, language, physical and social skills
• Support both child-led and adult-led activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Help prepare learning resources and maintain an organised, stimulating environment
• Encourage children’s independence, curiosity and confidence

Pupil Support & Wellbeing

• Build positive and nurturing relationships with children
• Support children’s social, emotional and physical development
• Encourage positive behaviour and help children develop confidence and self-esteem
• Provide appropriate support for children’s individual needs
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment
• Promote good hygiene, health and wellbeing practices

Teamwork & Professional Practice

• Work collaboratively with Early Years practitioners, teachers and support staff
• Contribute to observations, assessments and tracking children’s progress
• Support the planning and delivery of activities based on children’s interests and developmental needs
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and parents/carers where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding procedures, EYFS guidance and setting policies at all times
• Contribute positively to the wider early years setting

Level 3 Early Years Assistant – Essential Criteria

• A recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Recent experience working with children in an Early Years or nursery setting
• A strong understanding of the EYFS
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children’s development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved in children’s learning and play
• Must live locally to Gateshead – no relocation

Level 3 Early Years Assistant – Why Work with Milk Education?

Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Health and wellbeing support
• Free training and development opportunities
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant
• Referral programme
• Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role

Level 3 Early Years Assistant – Apply Now

If you’re a passionate Early Years professional ready to make a positive impact on young children’s learning and development in a welcoming Gateshead setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Please email your CV to: [email removed]

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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