Every child deserves a brilliant start. Be part of the team that makes it happen.

The early years are where confidence begins, curiosity grows, and lifelong learning takes root. If you're passionate about creating those magical first moments of discovery, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Protocol Education is working with a welcoming and well-established early years setting in Colchester to recruit a full-time, permanent Early Years Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to flourish, and where your dedication, creativity and care will be genuinely valued.

Every smile you inspire, every milestone you celebrate, and every reassuring word you offer helps shape a child's future. It's a role with real purpose, and one where no two days are ever the same.

The role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging and inclusive environment where children can learn through play, develop independence and build confidence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS Framework
• Supporting children's social, emotional and educational development
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Observing, assessing and celebrating each child's individual progress
• Helping to create a warm, stimulating and welcoming environment every day

We're looking for someone who has

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Previous experience working within an early years setting
• A sound understanding of the EYFS Framework
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
• A genuine commitment to giving every child the very best start in life

Why choose Protocol Education?

Looking for a new role is about more than finding your next job. It's about finding the right environment where you can thrive professionally and continue making a difference.

At Protocol Education, we're committed to supporting you throughout your career, matching you with opportunities that reflect your experience, ambitions and values.

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy, helping you continue your professional development
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your goals and supports you every step of the way
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND and alternative education settings
• A straightforward, supportive registration process
• Access to local permanent and long-term opportunities
• A referral scheme where you can earn rewards for recommending friends and colleagues

Ready to make a lasting difference?

If you're ready to build meaningful relationships, inspire young minds and become part of a setting where every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and let Protocol Education help you find a role where your passion for early years education can truly shine.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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