Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator / HLTA - Lambeth

Location: Lambeth, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: 110-130 per day, depending on experience

A welcoming primary school in Lambeth is looking for a confident and experienced Early Years Educator (EYE) / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join its Early Years team for an immediate start.

This varied role involves working across both Reception and Nursery , with responsibility for leading learning activities and lessons throughout the week. The school is looking for someone who can confidently take the lead in the classroom, deliver engaging sessions and provide a consistent approach across both settings.

The Role

You will work across the Early Years provision on the following schedule:

• Monday & Tuesday: Reception
• Wednesday - Friday: Nursery

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading planned lessons and learning activities across Reception and Nursery
• Delivering engaging sessions in line with the EYFS framework
• Supporting early phonics, communication, language and numeracy development
• Creating stimulating, play-based learning opportunities
• Supporting children's social, emotional and physical development
• Adapting activities to meet different abilities and developmental stages
• Establishing positive routines and encouraging good behaviour
• Monitoring children's engagement and sharing observations with the wider team
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other Early Years staff
• Helping maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

About You

The school is looking for a proactive Early Years Educator / HLTA who is confident leading learning and adapting their approach to different age groups.

You must have:

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant recognised equivalent
• Experience working within an Early Years or primary school setting
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Confidence leading lessons and structured learning activities
• The ability to manage a classroom and establish positive routines
• A nurturing, engaging and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Experience working across both Nursery and Reception would be particularly beneficial.

Why Apply?

• Full-time Early Years Educator / HLTA opportunity in Lambeth
• Immediate start available
• Varied role across Nursery and Reception
• Opportunity to lead lessons and take responsibility for learning activities
• 110-130 per day, depending on experience
• Long-term position within a supportive Early Years team
• Reeson Education support throughout your placement

Apply Now

If you're a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator, HLTA or experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant confident leading lessons across Nursery and Reception, we'd love to hear from you.

ASAP start - apply today.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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