Early Childhood Educator

THE ORCHARD CHILDREN'S NURSERY (FARNBOROUGH) LIMITED; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Competitive salary

Friendly team environment

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator to join a small, friendly team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on children's development in a vibrant nursery environment. You will be responsible for planning engaging activities and ensuring high standards of care and learning for children aged 6 months to 4 years. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare, this position provides an opportunity for professional growth and collaboration within a supportive team. If you are passionate about early years education and eager to contribute to a nurturing environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified early years practitioner with at least two years nursery experience.
• Ability to keep clear and accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of learning, development, and care for children.
• Plan and evaluate engaging activities for the children.
• Ensure a safe environment for children and track their progress.

Skills

Empathy for children under 5 years

Organizational skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm for early years education

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Opportunity for a Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our small, friendly team. Hours of work 8 - 5.30pm Monday - Friday. Salary is dependent on experience and qualification. Opportunity to job share - so if you are looking for part time hours please apply.

The nursery looks after children aged 6 months - 4 years 11 months and has up to 16 children per day. You will work with a team of qualified practitioners following the policies and procedures set out for the nursery. To help all children achieve their potential you will help plan activities for the children and work collaboratively with the team to deliver our high standards and statutory compliance at all times. You will be a qualified early years practitioner, with at least two years nursery experience who just wants the best for every child in our nursery. You will have empathy and understanding for children under 5 years, excellent communication skills, be organised and have an ability to keep clear and accurate records. You will be reliable, enthusiastic and be passionate about early years.

Responsibilities:

1. Deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for the children in the nursery
2. Help plan, implement and evaluate engaging activities for the children
3. Ensure a safe environment for children and others
4. Have a number of key children, track their progress through observations and termly reports
5. Develop partnerships with parents/carers to engage them in their child's development
6. Any tasks as designated by the nursery manager

Qualifications: min. L3 in an Early Years qualification

Required Skills:

1. Empathy and understanding for children under 5 years
2. Organized with an ability to keep clear and accurate records
3. Reliable and enthusiastic
4. Passionate about early years

We can offer you a vibrant, well organised and welcoming nursery. We're a friendly team who work well together but also individually. We offer training opportunities and a competitive salary amongst other benefits. The nursery is open all year and the hours of work are 8 - 5.30pm Monday - Friday (1 hour lunch break).

The nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We reserve the right to close the application process prior to the advertised closure date. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education

Industries

Education