Early Years Educator - 2 x days per week (up to £12.90 p / h)

Muddy Boots Nursery; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Leeds is seeking a qualified Part-time Early Years Educator to deliver nature-based learning experiences. This role requires a Level 3 qualification and a passion for outdoor education, with responsibilities including planning activities and building relationships with children and families. The position offers competitive pay of up to £12.90 per hour and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Top 10% pay in the area

Extra holiday days for long-standing team members

Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay

Lifestyle discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Free lunches and snacks

Free uniform and on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education required.
• Must be Level 3 qualified or equivalent.
• Proactive attitude and strong relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities.
• Observe and support children’s individual learning journeys.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.

Skills

Passion for outdoor education

Teamwork skills

Communication abilities

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Job description

Description

Job Title: Part-time Early Years Educator - Qualified (Level 3 minimum)

Location: Muddy Boots Drighlington, Leeds

Salary: Up to £12.90 per hour (within the top 10% of nurseries in the area)

Join Our Award-Winning Team! 🏆

At Muddy Boots, we’re proud to be an award-winning nursery, recognised for our commitment to excellence in early years education. We provide children with unique outdoor learning experiences, where they can explore, play, and thrive in nature. Our passionate team makes a real difference in young lives every day, and we’re looking for an Early Years Educator to join us on this exciting journey!

About the Role

Role Overview

As a Qualified Early Years Educator at Muddy Boots, you will be an integral part of our team, responsible for delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences. We believe that outdoor adventures are at the heart of childhood development, and we are committed to fostering a fun, supportive, and enriching environment for both children and staff.

The role is for 2 full days per week (between 8am - 6pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities, with a focus on outdoor play and exploration
• Observe, assess, and support children’s individual learning journeys
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members
• Ensure a safe, inspiring, and stimulating environment for all children
• Contribute to a happy, healthy, and thriving team that loves what they do!

What’s required?

• Passion for outdoor education and a commitment to nature-based learning
• Experience in early years education (Must be Level 3 qualified or equivalent)
• A proactive and positive attitude with great teamwork skills
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities

What we offer

• 🏆 Be part of an award‑winning nursery that values excellence and innovation
• 💰 Top 10% pay in the area, up to £12.90 per hour
• 📆 4‑day work week for full‑time staff – more time for you!
• 🌴 Extra holiday days for long‑standing team members
• 🍼 Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
• 💳 Lifestyle discounts on groceries, travel, entertainment & more
• 🧘 Employee Assistance Programme – mental health support & coaching
• 🎉 Staff treats, events & parties – because we value YOU!
• 🍽️ Free lunches, tea & snacks to keep you fuelled
• 👕 Free uniform & on‑site parking

If you love the idea of working in an award‑winning nursery where the great outdoors is at the heart of everything we do, we’d love to hear from you!

🔗 Apply Now and start your adventure with us!

Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring that the terms and conditions of employment for staff and selection processes for potential employees are equitable and non‑discriminatory.

All positions offered by Muddy Boots are subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check, as part of our safeguarding duties.

Since opening our doors in January 2012, with only a few team members and a handful of children, we have continually worked to build day nurseries with a strong family ethos and home‑from‑home feel, which have now been enjoyed by over 1000 families and counting.

Here is how we do it :

• We focus on developing the uniqueness of every child: We work with every child’s constantly changing and unique interests to ensure their development is about them, not employing a one‑size‑fits‑all approach
• Our outstanding team builds strong relational bonds with our families, built on quality communication: This ensures our parents have the peace of mind to get on with their busy lives, knowing their child is with a team who know and love them
• We focus on outdoor adventures, always: Muddy Boots isn’t just a name, it’s a daily way of life. We believe in as many outdoor adventures as possible and create amazing outdoor experiences to facilitate them

The name ‘Muddy Boots’ really sums up our whole ethos – to not be afraid to let children learn by getting muddy, exploring, going on adventures and getting out there and having a go! Children enjoy a wide range of activities both indoor and out, planned by a qualified and experienced staff team who genuinely love and care for all the children. Our aim is that every individual child thrives and flourishes into their unique selves in our positive, family‑feel environment.