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Early Years Practitioner (0–3 Setting) Location: Primary School, West End of NewcastleContract: Full-time Reports to: Early Years Manager/Deputy Manager About the Role We are seeking a caring, motivated and skilled Early Years Practitioner to join our Early Years team within a nurturing 0–3 provision. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing high-quality care, learning and development opportunities for our youngest children, ensuring each child feels safe, supported and valued as they explore and grow. This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood development, with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and experience working with babies and toddlers in a school or nursery setting. Key Responsibilities Childcare & Learning Provide a warm, stimulating and inclusive environment for children aged 0–3.Support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote communication, physical development, social skills and early learning.Observe, assess and contribute to children’s developmental records, identifying individual needs and next steps. Care Routines Support children’s daily care needs, including feeding, toileting, nappy changing and personal hygiene.Maintain consistent routines that promote children’s sense of security and well-being.Ensure safe sleep procedures are followed. Safeguarding & Welfare Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection, following school policies and statutory guidance.Ensure the health, safety and welfare of all children at all