Senior Early Years Practitioner
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Colourbox Early Learning Hub in Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos is hiring a full-time Senior Early Years Practitioner to work directly with children aged 0–5 years. The role involves planning and delivering EYFS-aligned activities, supporting holistic development, and maintaining high safeguarding standards. Salary is ₦200,000–₦300,000/month, with potential to progress to Room Leader.
- Full-time, onsite role in Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos
- Salary range ₦200,000–₦300,000/month
- Requires NCE or recognised Early Years qualification
- Minimum 2 years early years experience needed
- Opportunity to progress to Room Leader in future
- Working hours 7:30am–6:00pm
Description
Colourbox Early Learning Hub is a nurturing early childhood care center located in Opebi, Lagos, dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment for young children. As a newly launching facility, CELC focuses on quality care, structured learning, and the holistic development of every child. The crèche combines attentive caregiving wit... Read more about this company Senior Early Years Practitioner Job Type Full Time , Onsite Qualification NCE Experience: 2 years Location Lagos City Opebi Job Field Education: / Teaching / Training Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month Salary: Competitive, based on experience: and qualifications Colourbox Early Learning Hub is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Senior Early Years Practitioners to join our team in Opebi, Ikeja. This is a room-based practitioner role . The successful candidate will work directly with children aged 0–5 years , supporting their learning, development, care and wellbeing. We are looking for someone who has previous experience: working within an early years setting and who has a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) . This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who wants to develop their skills further, with the opportunity to progress into a Room Leader position in the future . Key Responsibilities: Work directly with children aged 0–5 years as part of the room team. Provide a safe, caring, stimulating and nurturing environment for children. Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS. Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities and experiences. Observe, assess and document children's learning and development. Respond to children's individual needs and interests. Build positive relationships with children and their families. Support daily routines, including mealtimes, sleep routines, toileting and personal care where appropriate. Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, safety and hygiene. Work effectively as part of the room team and wider nursery team. Support colleagues and contribute positively to the daily running of the room. Demonstrate initiative and take responsibility for providing consistently high-quality care and learning experiences. Essential Requirements: The successful candidate must: Have previous experience: working with children aged 0–5 years in a nursery, crèche, preschool or similar early years setting. Hold an NCE or recognised Early Years qualification . Have a sound knowledge and practical understanding of the EYFS . Be confident working with children across the 0–5 age range . Be passionate about children's learning, development and wellbeing. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be reliable, responsible and committed to high standards of practice. Be comfortable working as part of a team and supporting children across different rooms when required. Demonstrate the potential to develop into a Room Leader in the future. Live within the Ikeja axis or have a reliable and reasonable commute to Opebi, Ikeja. Please Note This is a full-time, room-based practitioner position . This is NOT a part-time role. Candidates must be available to work the required hours between 7:30am and 6:00pm . The successful candidate will be expected to work directly with children and be actively involved in the day-to-day activities and routines of their allocated room. The position is based in Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos , so applicants should live within the Ikeja axis and be able to commute reliably to the setting. Previous applicants are welcome to apply again if they remain interested in the position. Career Development While this is not a management position , we are keen to support the professional development of our practitioners. For the right candidate, there will be an opportunity to progress within the nursery and work towards becoming a Room Leader as their experience, skills and leadership capabilities develop. Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application If you are an experienced Early Years Practitioner with a genuine passion for working with young children and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a high-quality early years setting, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering message outlining your relevant experience: and why you would be suitable for the role, to: abcconsul01@gmail.com using the position as subject of email Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.