Early Years Educator - Chesterfield

Protocol Education Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Chesterfield seeks an Early Years Educator to work with children aged 2 to 5. The role includes planning engaging activities, supporting language development, and fostering a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in an Early Years setting, a relevant qualification, and a nurturing approach. The position offers flexible work patterns and various training opportunities, making it a rewarding career choice.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free access to CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Flexible work patterns

Thrive training available for free

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood development.
• Patience and a warm communication style.
• Confidence in supporting observations and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging play-based activities.
• Support children with early language and communication.
• Observe progress and maintain child development records.
• Assist with personal care routines when needed.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Support group times and outdoor play.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting

Nurturing approach

Good organisational skills

Ability to adapt activities

Education

A Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Educator – Chesterfield

Full-time or Part-time
Long-term with potential for permanent placement
Start date, ASAP or January

We’re supporting a welcoming nursery in Chesterfield that’s looking for an Early Years Educator who can bring calm energy, creativity, and a real understanding of early childhood development.

About the role

You’ll be working with children aged 2 to 5, supporting their social, emotional, and developmental milestones. Each day is varied, but your core responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging play-based activities
• Supporting children with early language, phonics, and communication
• Observing progress and contributing to child development records
• Helping to maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Assisting with personal care routines where needed
• Building strong, trusted relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Supporting routines such as group times, outdoor play, mealtimes, and transitions

The ideal educator will have

• Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• A nurturing approach, with patience and a warm communication style
• The ability to adapt activities for children with different needs and stages
• A Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards one)
• Good organisational skills and confidence supporting observations and assessments

Why work with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella fees
• Free access to our CPD Academy, including Early Years and SEND modules
• A dedicated Chesterfield consultant who listens and champions your career
• Clear communication, quick placements, and consistent local opportunities
• Flexible work patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Thrive training available for free, boosting your appeal to future Early Years settings

If you’re ready to make a real difference in the early stages of a child’s learning journey, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV or get in touch and we’ll guide you through the next steps.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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