Casual Early Years Educator

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established nursery in Maidstone seeks passionate Early Years Educators who value flexibility and teamwork. This role offers the chance to inspire young minds through high-quality teaching while ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. As part of a nurturing team, you will cover shifts as needed, fostering a love of learning in children under five. With competitive pay rates based on qualifications and experience, this position is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in early childhood education. Join a supportive community that prioritizes growth and high standards.

Qualifications

• Preferred Level 2 or 3 qualification in early years.
• Experience working with children under 5 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality teaching and ensure children's safety.
• Create an inspiring environment and support nursery operations.

Skills

Early Years Education

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years

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Casual Early Years Educator (Nursery Nurse/Practitioner)

• Hemsley House Nursery School by Storal
• Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8JS
• Casual Early Years Educator (Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse)
• Casual, variable hours, Monday-Friday

Two beautifully converted, large Victorian homes are where you’ll find our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Hemsley House Nursery School in Maidstone.

We are looking for passionate and engaging Early Years Educators (Nursery Nurse/Practitioner), who seek the flexibility of working shifts around their existing commitments.

You’ll provide cover as needed by the Nursery for holiday, sickness, and vacancy gaps. This could include full days, mornings, or afternoons.

As an Early Years Educator, you will foster a love of learning through high-quality teaching, ensure children’s safety, and provide rich, stimulating experiences. You will work in partnership with the existing team to create an inspiring environment and support the smooth running of the nursery.

About you:

• Level 2 or 3 qualification within early years is preferred; however, unqualified Educators with the right values and enthusiasm will also be considered.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator or working with children under 5 is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the EYFS is desirable.
• Reflects the Storal values of responsibility, openness, and teamwork.

What we can offer you:

Rates of pay:
From £11.50 - £13.28 for qualified Educators, depending on qualifications and experience.
From £6.40 - £11.44 for unqualified Educators, aligned with NMW rates and skills/experience.

About us:

This nursery is part of Storal, a group of nurseries across England. Our vision is to be the nursery group that every family and educator wants to join. We value creating a positive environment for teams and children, emphasizing high standards, teamwork, and mutual growth. If you share these values, a Storal nursery is the right place for you.

Storal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are subject to background checks, including an enhanced DBS and references.