Early Year Educator Level 3

Bolton Council; Bolton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority nursery school in Bolton is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator to join their team, providing outstanding care and education for young children. The role is full-time, covering maternity leave until January 2027. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification and a passion for early years development. The position offers a supportive and creative environment with generous benefits, including a local government pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent local government pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Ongoing professional development

Supportive leadership

Strong sense of community

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
• Good safeguarding knowledge.
• Previous experience with children from birth to 5 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding care and education for young learners.
• Help children thrive through play, exploration, and learning.
• Attend staff meetings and some overtime may be available.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Passion for early years development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent

Job description

Grosvenor Nursery School & Day Care.

A Local Authority Maintained Nursery School & Day Care

needs a Level 3 Early Years Educator to start as soon as possible to cover maternity leave until January 2027.

Salary Grade B SCP 3 £23,455 per annum

35 hours a week, all year around. 4 days a week 8am 5.30pm

No set day off as it will depend on the needs of the nursery, may vary weekly.

Do you have a passion for giving children the very best start in life?

Are you ready to make a difference every single day in a supportive, creative, and rewarding environment?

If so, we would love you to join our team at Grosvenor as an Early Years Educator!

You will be part of a dedicated, friendly team providing outstanding care and education for our youngest learners. You will help children thrive through play, exploration, and learning - building the foundations for a bright future.

We are looking for

• A caring, enthusiastic and positive person who loves working with children.
• A relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 or equivalent).
• Teamwork, creativity and a genuine passion for early year’s development.

Why Join Grosvenor?

We value and invest in our people. When you join us, You will enjoy :

• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive leadership and a strong sense of community
• A workplace that truly makes a difference

What you need

• A Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Early Years
• An excellent knowledge of the EYFS
• A good safeguarding knowledge
• Previous experience of working with children from birth to 5 years old.
• A real passion for delivering the very best childcare possible

The candidate will be expected to attend staff meetings and some overtime may be available.

Please ensure your application form is completed personally and not generated by artificial intelligence (AI).

Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting.

How to submit :

• Email your completed application to Marie, the Day Care Manager, at [e-mail].

Closing date : Friday 2nd January 2026 at 12.00pm

References will be sort prior to the interview

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.