Early Years Educator *£1,000 Welcome Bonus*

N Family Club; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

N Family Club is seeking an Early Years Educator for their Cambridge nursery, offering competitive salaries and benefits. Join a forward-thinking nursery committed to transforming early years education and enjoy opportunities for professional growth and a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Bonus: Up to £750 performance-related bonus annually

Generous Holiday: Up to 35 days including 'Me' day

Complimentary lunch and drinks daily

£100 personal development fund annually

Childcare Discount: 40% off at our nurseries

Enhanced parental leave and fostering leave

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or above).
• Experience implementing educational curricula and planning learning experiences.
• Strong relationship management with parents and children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 'learning through play' and implement the N Curriculum.
• Plan innovative learning experiences and conduct observations and assessments.
• Build strong relationships with parents while promoting safeguarding.

Skills

Creativity

Curiosity

Planning

Observation

Relationship Building

Education

Early Years qualification (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Department: Nursery Education

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Compensation: £27,355 - £30,264 / year

Description

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work! Join N Family Club and start your dream career in 2025, with excellent salaries, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

If you hold a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or above), this is your chance to join a forward-thinking, dynamic nursery group that is transforming early years education.

Discover the N Advantage — Our competitive salary and benefits package for 2025:

• Competitive Salary: Earn between £27,355 - £30,264, based on experience
• Bonus: Up to £750 performance-related bonus annually
• Flexible Working: Choose a 4-day, 36-hour week or a traditional 5-day, 40-hour week
• Generous Holiday: Up to 35 days of holiday, including a 'Me' day and time off between Christmas and New Year
• Daily Perks: Complimentary lunch and drinks daily
• Professional Growth: £100 personal development fund annually
• Exclusive N Academy Access: Funding and paid time off for qualifications like Level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School, Leadership Training, etc.
• No Uniforms: £100 annual clothing allowance
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Enhanced parental leave, fostering leave, neonatal leave, and more
• Childcare Discount: 40% off at our nurseries
• Emergency Childcare: 6 backup childcare days available

And there’s more…

• 5-Year Bonus: Celebrate your 5th anniversary with a trip and extra holiday
• 10-Year Bonus: Enjoy a special experience and additional holidays after 10 years
• Referral Bonuses: Up to £1,000 for successful referrals
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on groceries, shopping, entertainment, and more via the Each Person’s app
• Travel Support: Season pass loans and cycle-to-work schemes
• Social Events: Winter Party, Summer BBQ, and team socials
• Health & Wellbeing: Gym membership discounts and online fitness classes

Why N Family Club?

We are more than just a nursery group; we’re the UK’s leading innovative early years education provider. Our vision is to be the highest quality and most loved early years education group in the UK, inspiring children to reach their full potential in a changing world.

Our approach reimagines early years education, fostering creativity, embracing a curriculum-led approach, and preparing children for the modern world. Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

Role of an Early Years Educator

As an Early Years Educator, you will inspire creativity, curiosity, and growth. You will bring our bespoke N curriculum to life, guiding children to dream big, think independently, and explore confidently. With state-of-the-art resources and training, you’ll be empowered to inspire and develop your skills.

This role includes a £1,000 Welcome Bonus! T&C apply.

Join us in Cambridge, where joy and curiosity flourish in our beautiful 82-place nursery. Easily accessible via buses 19 and 114, and a 15-minute walk from Cambridge train station.

Ready to make 2025 your year?

Apply now and start your extraordinary journey with us!

For more information, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor page.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver our 'learning through play' ethos and the N Curriculum
• Implement the daily routine sensitively
• Plan innovative learning experiences challenging children’s development
• Conduct high-quality observations, assessments, and planning
• Ensure smooth transition periods like sleep, mealtimes, and outings
• Supervise mealtimes, adhering to policies for safety
• Follow all policies and procedures
• Build strong relationships with parents
• Promote safeguarding and child welfare
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness
• Perform health and safety checks diligently
• Embed policies and practices within your work
• Engage in reflective practice and continuous improvement
• Implement behavioral safety standards
• Adhere to the company's H&S policy: “Statement of Intent”
• Lead by example, upholding educational excellence