Early Years Educator

Country Court; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Casual dress

Childcare options

Company events

Health & wellbeing program

Referral program benefits

Open‑door management policy

Free on-site parking

Professional development support

Job summary

Country Court’s Lara Nursery in Thirsk is seeking an Early Years Educator / Practitioner to foster a nurturing, stimulating learning space for young children. You will implement an age-appropriate curriculum, observe progress, and communicate with parents while ensuring safety and well-being.

Hours comprise 38 per week over four days, with part/ full-time permanent opportunities. Join a caring team focused on developmental outcomes and family partnerships in North Yorkshire.

Qualifications

• Level 2+ in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• CPR and first aid certifications.
• Experience with young children in education settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean learning environment.
• Observe and assess children's progress and development.
• Collaborate with other educators and professionals to support development.
• Communicate with parents about progress and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Level 2 Early Childhood Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Are you ready to dream big and join our exciting new Nursery, leading the way by reshaping Early Years provision? It began as a dream, to develop a childcare setting of the highest quality. To offer children the freedom of opportunities in nature. Where children are enthused to be offered highly nutritious food where they have contributed to the growing and preparation. To develop a generation of independent thinkers, big dreamers, and lifelong learners. We wanted to change the way Early Years education was delivered. With career-driven individuals who light up a room with enthusiasm. Where children and practitioners become our family and are prepared for the ever-changing world ahead of them.

What will you be doing day to day?

The Early Years Educator / Practitioner provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to promote their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. They create and implement an age-appropriate curriculum, observe and assess children's progress, communicate with parents or guardians, and ensure a safe and supportive learning atmosphere.

Nursery: Lara Nursery, Thirsk

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Job Type: Part time/Full Time/Permanent

Hours of work: 38 hours over four days

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate activities to foster learning and creativity.
• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and organised learning environment.
• Observe and assess children's behaviour, progress, and development to identify individual needs and plan interventions.
• Collaborate with other educators and professionals to support children's holistic development.
• Communicate effectively with parents or guardians about their child's progress and well-being.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to children's development and learning.

Requirements

• Level 2 or above in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Relevant certifications or licenses as per local regulations (e.g., CPR, first aid).
• Knowledge of child development theories and early childhood education practices.
• Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Desirable Skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
• Ability to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Creativity and adaptability in designing age‑appropriate activities.
• Observation and assessment skills to track children's progress.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Childcare options
• Company events
• Health & wellbeing program
• Referral program benefits
• An open‑door management policy across all our settings - You should always feel like you can come and talk to us.
• Free on‑site parking
• A supportive and nurturing management structure, who take pride in our team and our people
• Continued Personal Professional development training and support

"Lara Nursery Group are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care, as such the successful post holder will be required to undergo a robust vetting process, including an enhanced DBS Check and Reference History Checks"