Early Years Educator

N Family Club; Godalming; On-site; GBP 28,808 - 31,782; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £750 annual performance bonus

Flexible working

Up to 35 days holiday

£100 annual learning fund

£100 clothing allowance

Enhanced family leave

40% childcare discount

Job summary

N Family Club in Godalming is looking for an Early Years Educator to inspire young minds through a play-based curriculum while developing their career with industry-leading training. The role involves nurturing creativity and implementing activity plans, with responsibilities including building trusted relationships and ensuring a safe learning environment. The position offers a competitive salary of £28,808 - £31,782/year, performance bonuses, flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years environment.
• Willingness to refresh safeguarding knowledge.
• Genuine passion for education and changing children's lives.

Responsibilities

• Inspire learning through the play-based N Curriculum.
• Support daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes.
• Create and implement development-focused activity plans.

Skills

Experience working with children in an early years environment

Confident communicator with a love for customer service

Team player with a can-do attitude

Education

Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to train

Job description

Early Years Educator

Department: Nursery Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Godalming, Surrey

Reporting To: Shulamay Davis

Compensation: £28,808 - £31,782 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early‑years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum‑led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As an Early Years Educator you’ll be the heartbeat of your playroom – nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child in your care. In our fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment, you’ll bring the N Curriculum to life through play, learning, and meaningful connections. It’s a chance to shape young minds while developing your own career through industry‑leading training, coaching, and resources.

What you’ll be doing…

• Inspire learning through our play‑based N Curriculum
• Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes
• Create and implement development‑focused activity plans
• Carry out observations, assessments and planning for your key children
• Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families
• Ensure your classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times
• Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice
• Be a positive role model – collaborate, motivate, and share your ideas

Our Early Years Educators should have…

• Experience working with children in an early years environment
• Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a willingness to train
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh)
• A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children
• A team player with a can‑do attitude and positive mindset
• Confident communicator with a love for customer service

The N Advantage

• Competitive salary – £28,808 - £31,782, based on experience and dedication
• Up to £750 annual performance bonus
• Flexible working – Choose 4‑5 days a week for work‑life balance
• Up to 35 days holiday – including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
• £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)
• £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually

Additional loyalty and referral incentives

• 5‑year loyalty bonus – around‑the‑world trip + 2 bonus weeks off
• 10‑year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness

Location & commute

Our beautiful 119‑place nursery is nestled in the charming town of Godalming, Surrey. Just a 10‑minute walk from the station, with buses 70, 71, and 72 stopping nearby.