Senior Early Years Practitioner

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Leedsqual_1780848002
Closing date July 8, 2026
Location Leeds, United Kingdom. Bradford, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Early Years Practitioner - Flexible Opportunities in Leeds

Organisation: Veritas EducationLocation: Leeds

Veritas Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and passionate Early Years Practitioners to work across a variety of welcoming nursery settings throughout Leeds.

Whether you're looking for full-time work, part-time hours, or flexibility around your existing commitments, we have opportunities to suit your lifestyle. We work with a range of fantastic nurseries that value their staff and provide nurturing environments where both children and practitioners can thrive.

This role is ideal for qualified Level 2 or Level 3 practitioners, although experienced unqualified candidates with a strong background in childcare or nursery settings are also encouraged to apply.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create positive early experiences that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities
  • Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Acting as a key person where required
  • Assisting with observations, assessments, and learning journeys
  • Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
  • Supporting daily nursery routines and activities
  • Following safeguarding and welfare procedures at all times

    • Requirements:

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification preferred
  • Experienced unqualified candidates will also be considered
  • Previous nursery, childcare, or early years experience
  • Good understanding of the EYFS framework
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A caring, positive, and enthusiastic approach
  • Passion for supporting children's development

    • What's on Offer:

  • Flexible working hours to suit your availability
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Opportunities across a range of welcoming nurseries in Leeds
  • Ongoing support from the Veritas Education team
  • Valuable experience and career development opportunities
  • A rewarding role where every day brings something new

    • If you're looking for flexible Early Years Practitioner opportunities in Leeds, we'd love to hear from you:

    BHeacock@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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