Early Years Educator

Happy Nurses; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent nursery is seeking an early years educator to work full-time in Horsham. The role involves supporting the Room Leader, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in early years education, a commitment to professional development, and a passion for outdoor learning. The nursery offers benefits such as a generous holiday scheme and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Christmas close down period

Generous holiday scheme

Paid bank holidays

Ongoing professional development

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Loyalty bonus after 3 years

On-site parking

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification required.
• Demonstrable interest in learning and development.
• Driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of health and safety.
• Support the nursery's vision and create an inclusive environment.
• Promote positive relationships with children and families.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills

Learning and developing interest

Health and safety knowledge

Teamwork and communication

Positive role modeling

Passion for outdoor learning

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in early years

Job description

We are seeking an early years educator to work full time. Please only apply if you have a minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification.

This is for the babies and pre school rooms. The role is to be worked across 4 days from 7.45am until 6pm.

Working in partnership with the Room Leader to ensure the daily running and administration of the room, delivering flexible, high quality education and care that meets the needs of the young children and their families. To work alongside the Room Leader to ensure that the room is organised to fulfil the requirements of the specific age group within the nursery guidelines and policy. With guidance, ensure compliance with all company policies, Health and Safety legislation, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, and requirements as laid down by the Government – Department for Children Schools and Families and regulated by OFSTED.

We are an independent nursery and have numerous opportunities to foster and develop the innovative ideas of our staff. We listen to children and encourage them to think of their own theories, the play rooms are set up in a way for children to test their hypotheses as we believe this is the best way to learn. The nursery itself has three light and welcoming playrooms with lots of natural, open ended and reclaimed resources to explore, a large spacious garden and access to surrounding fields all of which positively impact, inspire and nurture the inquisitive mind of every child.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Demonstrate a keen interest in learning and developing.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety and activity promote the well-being of all children.
• Support the nurseries vision and create an inclusive environment that promotes equal opportunities for all children.
• Promote positive relationships with the children and their families.
• Communicate and work well as part of the team.
• Be a positive role model to children.
• A sense of humour, common sense and a ‘can do’ attitude!
• Masses of drive, ambition and energy!
• A determined, persistent and resilient person, who approaches and overcomes challenges with a positive attitude.
• Passion for forest school and outdoor learning.

Benefits

• Paid Christmas close down period
• Generous holiday scheme
• Paid bank holidays
• Ongoing professional development, training and promotional opportunities.
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Loyalty bonus after 3 years of service
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Additional Information

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: £11.50-£12.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)

Please apply with your CV and we will return to you within 3 working days.