Early Years Educator

Chilton Meadows Day Nursery limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery is seeking an Early Year's Educator dedicated to contributing to the well-being and development of children. This role involves planning engaging activities, ensuring safety, and fostering positive relationships. Essential qualifications include a Level 3 in childcare and DBS registration. The nursery provides a supportive environment where children thrive and feel part of the family, open full-time, five days a week.

Qualifications

• Registered DBS is required.
• Commitment to CPD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children.
• Maintain open communication with parents and caregivers.
• Foster positive relationships with children.

Skills

Relevant qualifications in childcare or Early Years Education

Minimum level 2 English and Maths

ICT Skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare or Early Years Education

Job description

Overview

As an Early Year’s Educator at Chilton Meadows Day Nursery, you will contribute to the well-being and development of children in our care. You will be an integral part of a team dedicated to creating a positive and engaging learning environment aligned with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, caregivers and team members.
• Foster positive relationships with children, promoting a sense of security and belonging.
• Carry out personal care routines for children and administer medications when needed, recording the information in written form.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in childcare or Early Years Education Minimum Level 3 qualification.
• Minimum level 2 English and Maths.
• Registered DBS.
• Commitment to CPD.
• ICT Skills.

Desirable experience, Qualifications and Requirements

• Current Paediatric 1st Aid.
• Current Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Up to date Safeguard Training.
• Experience of SEN children or an active interest in working with SEN children would be beneficial.
• Additional training will be provided.

About Chilton Meadows Day Nursery

Chilton Meadows Day Nursery is a 35 place Nursery rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, providing stimulating and enabling environments for children aged 0-5 years old. We are proud that Ofsted highlighted that children are happy and thrive at Chilton Meadows Day Nursery where staff treat children as part of the family.

Based in Chilton Moor, Houghton-le-Spring, opening times are 7am – 6.00pm, five days a week and working hours are fulltime and flexible. Nursery has a large garden and outdoor areas which we use throughout the day to promote and encourage the children to discover and explore the natural materials which promotes children’s confidence and independence.

We have four rooms, The Nest baby room, The Duckling room, The Puddle Duckling room and The Puddle Duck preschool room.