Early Years Educator

Connected Recruitment; Teddington; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career path and promotion prospects

Further Training offered

4-day week option

Fun social events throughout the year

Bonuses, vouchers and social events

33 days holidays per annum

Job summary

Escrick Preschool is seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator in Teddington to create an engaging educational environment for children. The role entails implementing a 'Learning through play' methodology, developing activities to stimulate learning, and fostering relationships with children and parents. Candidates should possess an NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years or equivalent and demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The position offers a 4-day workweek option, further training, and notable employee benefits including annual bonuses and 33 days of holiday.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in early years education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering 'Learning through play' ethos.
• Developing innovative activities for children.
• Building relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Promoting child welfare and following safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong planning and organisational skills

Energy and passion for education

Education

NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years

Early Years Degree or QTS

Job description

Become a valued Early Years Educator

Role: Early Years Educator

Location: Teddington High Street TW11

Hours: 40 hours per week

Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week

Salary: £27000-£30000 P/A

Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent

Why join our client?

You are amazing - even if you don’t know it yet! As an Early Years Educator you are preparing the next generation for the challenges ahead; teaching them to ask questions, take risks and be mindful of the people and the world around them. We know just how hard - and how rewarding - this job is, which is why we will support you every step of the way.

Our client believe's that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop and reach their full potential. They offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours), when you join our client you join the whole group, so you have career opportunities across our nurseries. You also have the confidence of knowing that you are joining a team that offers Outstanding childcare.

Flexi Working

Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why we have introduced a 4-day week option. This allows you to choose to work your 40 hours over 4 days, giving you an extra day off every week!

The Role

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioner who can fill our children’s days with fun and wonder! You will be responsible for:

• Delivering our 'Learning through play’ ethos;
• Developing innovative activities to challenge our children;
• Building excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues;
• Promoting child welfare and ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed.

Benefits

• Great career path and promotion prospects;
• Further Training offered;
• 4-day week option;
• Fun social events throughout the year and an annual Christmas party;
• Celebration of hard work - bonuses, vouchers and social events;
• 33 days holidays pa.

What you will bring

• NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years, NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree or QTS;
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Self-motivation, innovation and a positive outlook;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong planning and organisational skills;
• Lots of energy; and above all,
• A passion for delivering amazing educational experiences to children.

How to apply

If this sounds like your perfect position please submit your CV.

An Enhanced DBS check and reference checks will be carried out prior to employment.