Early Years Practitioner

Contract
job
recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Lv2 qual_1770318004

Closing date March 8, 2026

Location Leeds, United Kingdom

Status
Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Qualified Early Years Practitioner

Employer: Veritas Education Location: Leeds

About the Role

We are excited to be recruiting a passionate and dedicated Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join a supportive and welcoming early years setting in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to nurturing young children and helping them thrive during their most important developmental years.

In this role, you will play a key part in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and flourish.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development, and overall well-being in line with the EYFS framework
• Work collaboratively as part of a strong, supportive team
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities both indoors and outdoors
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child welfare at all times

Requirements

• A minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification (DfE recognised)
• At least one year of experience working within a childcare or early years setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A genuine passion for working with children in Early Years
• Sound knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding procedures

Benefits

When you join Veritas Education, you will benefit from:

• An additional holiday each year
• Access to free training, including Paediatric First Aid
• A generous discount on nursery fees
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing professional support and career development opportunities

Why Join Us?

This role is an excellent next step in your Early Years career. You'll be supported by an experienced nursery team while having the opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. If you are passionate about Early Years education and eager to grow professionally, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please click the link below the advert to apply. Alternatively, you can get in touch directly using the contact details below.

Contact

Bree ???? Bheacock@Veritas-Education.com ???? 0113 403 2200

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.'