Early Years Educator

Portland Nurseries; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned nurseries group in Kirklees is seeking a passionate Early Years Educator to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing high-quality early years education and care, creating stimulating learning experiences, and nurturing strong relationships with children and families. Applicants should have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and a commitment to professional development. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth in the education field.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an early years setting.
• Understanding of Child Protection Procedures.
• Knowledge of special needs and inclusion practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Observe, support, and extend children's learning.
• Work in partnership with parents and carers.
• Maintain accurate and effective children’s records.
• Ensure children's safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Passion for early childhood education

Ability to create stimulating learning experiences

Strong relationship-building skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Good communication skills

Job description

Portland Nurseries

Portland Nurseries Limited is a family-owned group of day nurseries dedicated to providing the highest standard of early years care and education. We are committed to ensuring that every child receives the very best start in life through ongoing training and professional development of our staff.

We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and caring Early Years Educator to join our friendly team. The successful candidate will contribute to creating stimulating learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and supporting each child’s holistic development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

All our staff members are supported by the leadership team on a regular basis to reflect on their practice and we continue to enrich staff’s professional development throughout their career with us.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years educator to join one of our outstanding Nurseries.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Observe, support and extend children's learning.
• Plan appropriately for the EYFS and ensure rich and diverse outdoor play experiences are offered.
• Maintain accurate and effective children’s records.
• Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
• Demonstrate good practice with regard to special needs and inclusion.
• Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand, and when necessary follow, Child Protection Procedures.
• Ensure the nutritional needs of the children are met and Food Safety Regulations are complied with.
• Comply with the statutory framework for the EYFS and relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004.
• Develop and maintain highly professional working relationships with advisory teachers, schools, and other agencies that may visit the setting.
• Learn about current developments in childcare and education policy and practice.
• Be a key person carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.