Early Years Educator

Little Dukes; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Referral programme

Sick pay

Birthday day off

Additional holiday for length of serve

Job summary

Little Dukes in Twickenham is seeking a passionate Early Years Educator to join our nursery team. You will create a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5, plan engaging activities, and support developmental progress.

We value strong communication with parents and colleagues, leadership to motivate fellow staff, and meticulous record-keeping to track children's development while ensuring safeguarding compliance.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education or Childcare is essential.
• Excellent English communication skills are required.
• Experience in a nursery or childcare setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging educational programmes for children aged 0-5.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Observe and assess children's progress and adapt activities as needed.
• Collaborate with other educators to maintain high childcare standards.
• Lead by example with best practices in early childhood education.
• Maintain accurate records of development and daily activities.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and regulatory compliance are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the development of children in our nursery setting. You will be responsible for driving and managing educational activities, ensuring that each child receives the highest standard of care and support.,

• Develop and implement engaging educational programmes tailored to the needs of children aged 0-5 years.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for all children.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to support children's learning and development.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and adapting activities as necessary.
• Collaborate with other educators to enhance the overall quality of childcare provided within the nursery.
• Lead by example, demonstrating best practices in early childhood education and childcare.
• Maintain accurate records of children's development and daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and safeguarding policies.
  A recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education or Childcare is essential.please check here https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-an-early-years-qualification
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery or similar setting is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• A genuine passion for early years education and a commitment to fostering children's development.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being capable of managing individual responsibilities effectively.
  Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Birthday day off
• Additional holiday for length of service

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday