• This nursery in PE7 are looking to take on a new Early Years Educator who will provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where all children are supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. This role involves working closely with the Nursery Management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with policies and procedures. This role is 32.5 / 39 hours a week with a salary of £18,317.81 per annum
  
  
  
  Benefits:
  

  • Childcare and Early Education Discount
  • Annual Leave (25 days plus 8 bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time staff)
  • Extra Annual Leave for Long Service
  • Birthday Leave
  • Sickness Pay
  • Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme
  • In-house Training Programme
  • Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Educare Access
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Famly Access
  • Pension Scheme
  • Bereavement Leave and Pay
  • Discount on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  
  

  
  
  Requirements:

  • Sufficient understanding of English to ensure the well-being of children (as per EYFS).
  • Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare.
  • Experience or knowledge of the voluntary sector.
  • Current experience in the childcare and early years sector.
  • Knowledge of child development, safeguarding procedures, and the Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of Practice.
  • Ability to conduct observations and assessments following EYFS guidelines.
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and engage positively with parents, carers, and external agencies.
  • Understanding of the impact of discriminatory experiences on children and commitment to providing a positive, inclusive environment.
  • Friendly, flexible approach, with a commitment to young children and families.

  
  
  
  
  
  Duties:
  
  • Act as a key person for a group of children, supporting their learning and development.
  • Plan stimulating and age-appropriate play and learning activities, both indoors and outdoors.
  • Conduct observations to assess children’s development, health, and well-being, maintaining accurate records via the nursery management system.
  • Supervise children, assessing risk to ensure a safe environment.
  • Foster positive relationships with parents and carers, ensuring regular communication about their child’s progress.
  • Support children with special educational needs or disabilities, ensuring their individual needs are met.
  • Assist with snack preparation, taking into account dietary and allergy requirements.
  
  
  
  

Job Benefits:

• • Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave (25 days plus 8 bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Bereavement Leave and Pay
• Birthday off
• Childcare disscount
• Training Opportunities

Job Certifications:

• Level 2+ Full and relevant Childcare Certificate
• Level 3 Childcare Certificate Full and Relevant