Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Educator to join our newest setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, supporting their developmental needs through engaging activities and personalised care. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your amazing skills while making a positive impact on children's early learning experiences.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities that promote cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.
- Foster a warm and welcoming environment that encourages children’s curiosity and independence.
- Monitor and assess each child's progress, providing tailored support where necessary.
- Maintain accurate records of children's development and daily activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Supervise children during playtime, meals, and rest periods ensuring their safety at all times.
- Collaborate with colleagues to organise daily routines and special events within the nursery or childcare setting.
- Communicate effectively with parents or guardians regarding children's progress, behaviour, and any concerns.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including safeguarding procedures.
- To help maintain a warm and welcoming environment for the children in our care.
- To help create and maintain a orderly and productive working atmosphere.
Requirements
- Proven experience working with children within a nursery or early childhood education setting.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Knowledge of the EYFS frameworks
- Relevant qualifications in early childhood education or childcare (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Childcare).
- Ability to organise activities efficiently whilst maintaining a flexible approach to daily routines.
- A caring attitude with genuine enthusiasm for supporting young children’s growth and learning.
- Commitment to safeguarding standards and promoting inclusive practices. This role provides an enriching environment for those passionate about early childhood education.
- DBS/Clean criminal record
You will also be someone who...
- Has a warm smiling face that makes every child feel special.
- Is able to laugh at jokes they don't understand
- Preferably has a little bit of quirkiness
- If a child requests that they be a captain of a pirate ship, they will be the best captain they can be!
- Doesn't have the ability to sing in tune, but must have the confidence to sing out of tune in front of a crowd.
- Must possess the skills required to rapidly count the heads of numerous moving small people. This is of the utmost importance.
- Must have the ability to pretend the eat play dough creations realistically along with drinking numerous cups of pretend tea.
If the above sounds like you then we would love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.92 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
