Early Years Educator Full Time

Daffodils Outdoor Nursery; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery in Market Harborough seeks a Level 3 Early Years Educator passionate about outdoor learning and child-led play. This full-time role involves planning educational activities and providing a nurturing environment. Candidates should have experience with under 5s, strong organisational skills, and a relevant childcare qualification. The role offers a supportive working environment with a focus on staff well-being and development.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 in a nursery setting.
• Ability to think outside the box and create engaging environments.
• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities.
• Monitor and assess children's progress and adapt activities.

Skills

Passion for outdoor learning

Problem solving

Creativity

Organisational skills

Education

Minimum level 2 childcare qualification

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Subject: Exciting Opportunity at Daffodils Outdoor Nursery - Level 3 Early Years Educator

If you have a passion for outdoor learning and child-led play, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! At Daffodils, we follow the Scandinavian Forest School philosophy, embracing the great outdoors as our classroom--whatever the weather!

Hours: Mon-Thurs (7:45am-5:45pm)
Location: Arthingworth, Market Harborough, LE16 8JT

If this sounds like something you'd love to be a part of, I'd be delighted to chat! Please give me a call at your earliest convenience.

Contact: 01858 525777 / 07858 460419

Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

"The best classroom and the richest cupboard is roofed only by the sky." - Margaret McMillan

LEVEL 3 EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR

HOURS: Full time Monday to Thursday, 7:30/7:45-5:45pm

Start date: asap

WHAT YOU WILL OFFER

PASSION

You may not already have experience in an outdoor setting but you will be passionate about providing teaching and learning opportunities in the outdoor environment for all children. You will share our passion for inclusivity, child led learning, and our environmentally friendly values.

EXPERIENCE

You will already have experience working with under 5's in a nursery setting, preferably with a similar ethos to that of our own or have the passion to learn and adapt to a new way of working quickly. You will also hold a minimum level 2 full and relevant childcare qualification.

CREATIVITY

This isn't about being able to make beautiful displays or draw pictures. You will be able to think on your feet and outside the box. You will be great at problem solving and will be solution focussed. You will want to create exciting play environments for the children.

ORGANISATION

You will be able to organise your time so that you can meet the needs of all children whilst also monitoring and supporting their progress and development. You will work well within a team and communicate effectively.

WHY COME AND JOIN DAFFODILS?

WORK LIFE BALANCE

We are open for 48 weeks a year (2 week closure period at Christmas and 2 weeks over Summer, as well as all bank holidays and additional holiday to suit you). Our nursery is closed on a Friday so you also get a 3 day weekend EVERY WEEKEND!

CARE

A caring and supportive working environment where you will be valued for the amazing work that you do, supporting and teaching children. Our staff are our best resource, and we make sure they know it! This is an environment where all children and staff are treated with respect.

PROGRESSION

Opportunities to progress and take on additional responsibilities within the nursery should you wish. We support and encourage continuing professional development and further training

TIME

Paperwork time away from the children at the end of the day so that when children are in attendance, you can focus on being the best teacher you can be, enhancing and extending learning and development.

VALUE

Staff treats including a Christmas Party, Summer Party and team bonding days/workshops. A unique working environment that is not only the best way for the children, but also for our staff team who benefit from the positive impact the outdoors has on their mental health and well-being.

OPPORTUNITY AND CHALLENGE

The opportunity to learn more about the natural world alongside the children. New challenges such as becoming confident with and teaching woodwork, sewing, fire lighting, risky play and outdoor cooking.

Application deadline: applications will close once we find the right person to join our team, so please apply asap if you wish to be considered

Rates of pay for all positions is dependant upon experience and qualifications and will be discussed at the interview stage.All applications are subject to DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Email [e-mail] or contact us on 01858 525777 -but not on a Friday, because we won't be there ;-)

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in early years education settings. Plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote development and learning. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive community. Monitor and assess children's progress, adapting activities to meet individual needs. Collaborate with other educators and staff to maintain high standards of care and education. Uphold health and safety regulations to ensure the well-being of all children.

JOB TITLE: EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR

BASED: DAFFODILS OUTDOOR NURSERY

RESPONSIBLE TO: NURSERY MANAGER/DEPUTY MANAGER

RESPONSIBLE FOR: APPRENTICE NURSERY EDUCATORS

PLAYWORKERS

VOLUNTEERS

STUDENT PLACEMENT

WORK EXPERIENCE STUDENTS

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children attending the nursery and to maintain a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment. She/he will be responsible for curriculum planning within the nursery. S/he will support managing the provision, in the absence of the Nursery Manager

MAIN DUTIES:

1. To supervise relevant staff on a daily basis.

2. To supervise volunteers, students on placements and work experience in the nursery.

3. To supervise the children where appropriate and to protect them from dangerous or harmful situations.

4. To share any child protection concerns immediately with the Nursery Manager

5. To provide a high level of care that will enhance the children's general health and well-being.

6. To lead and be responsible for a specific role within the nursery to be assigned by the manager, for example, Health and Safety.

7. To act as a key person to a small group of children and to ensure their needs are reflected in the planning of routines and activities.

8. To be aware of children's special educational needs and ensure staff support these children effectively.

9. To keep informative, accurate and up-to-date records, including records of progress and any behavioural or developmental reports.

10. To liaise regularly with parents/carers about their children's needs, interests and progress.

11. To maintain a safe working environment for both staff and children. This will involve light cleaning duties and ground/garden maintenance due to the nature of our outdoor setting.

12. To arrange and attend parents'/carers' meetings to allow two-way discussion of their children's progress. This may involve working overtime to meet the needs of parents/carers.

13. To contribute to and attend his/her supervisions and staff appraisal.

14. To contribute to staff supervisions and appraisals alongside the manager where required

15. To attend regular team meetings.

16. To liaise and work in partnership with other agencies, both statutory and voluntary, where appropriate.

17. To attend any conferences, training events or meetings as identified by the Nursery Manager and to keep up to date with current good practice.

18. To adhere to the nursery's policies and code of practice on confidentiality.

19. To promote the ethos of the nursery setting at all times.

20. To perform any other duties as deemed necessary by the Nursery Manager

*This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person