Early Years Educator

Ethos Education; Thames Ditton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive management team

Personal and professional growth opportunities

Bonuses paid throughout the year

Extra holiday for every year worked

Great transport links

Job summary

Escrick Preschool in Thames Ditton is seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator to create an engaging learning environment for children aged 0 – 5. This permanent role offers a salary of £24k-£27k per annum for 37-40 hours weekly. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have experience in a nursery setting. The preschool promotes a collaborative atmosphere with growth opportunities and bonuses. Apply now to join this family-oriented establishment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children under 5 in a nursery or childcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing a fun, engaging and safe environment for the children
• Using the EYFS curriculum to plan lessons and activities
• Communicating with other team members and parents
• Working with children ages 0 – 5
• Assisting children with early reading and maths skills
• Encouraging development through play and exploration
• Observing and assessing children’s progress

Skills

Passion for working with children

Communication skills

Engagement in child-led learning

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Are you a dedicated Early Years Educator looking for your next exciting opportunity?

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join this wonderful nursery located in Thames Ditton.

Salary would be £24k-£27k per annum, 37-40 hours per week, and this is a permanent position.

This is a wonderful nursery that has a family-feel atmosphere and acts as a home away from home for children, with dedicated rooms, sensory play areas and a private outdoor garden, making it a great place for any passionate Early Years Educator to work!

Benefits:

• Supportive management team and colleagues within a collaborative environment, where your contributions are valued
• Personal and professional growth are encouraged, with further training and workshops provided and many career progression opportunities
• Bonuses paid throughout the year, and regular pay rises
• Staff wellbeing is important
• Extra day of holiday for every year you work here
• Great transport links nearby
• Very rewarding work, making a meaningful impact on young children's lives and development

Responsibilities:

• Providing a fun, engaging and safe environment for the children
• Using the EYFS curriculum to plan lessons and activities that are engaging and stimulating for children's imagination
• Communicating with other team members and parents
• Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 – 5
• Assisting children with development of early reading and early maths skills
• Encouraging development through play, exploration and child-led learningProviding general care and support for children in the nursery
• Observing and assessing children’s progress

For this Early Years Educator role, a Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential, and prior experience working with children under 5 within a nursery or childcare setting is preferred.

If this opportunity interests you, interviews are being scheduled soon, so apply now, and we will be in touch!