Early Years Educator Level 3

YMCA Trinity Group

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Reduced childcare costs
5 weeks holiday (pro rata) + publichol
Birthday day off
Development and progression机会
DBS check paid by employer
Induction programme
Company pension
Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

YMCA Trinity Group in Ipswich is seeking an Early Years Educator Level 3 to support the day-to-day running of the room and deliver high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS.

You will join a friendly, supportive team with development opportunities. The role is 34 hours per week over 4 days, 8:30am–6:00pm, with a salary of £23,001.68 per year plus benefits.

Qualifications

  • A relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
  • A minimum of two years post qualifying experience.
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
  • Great IT skills and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day running of the room.
  • Provide high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
  • Work as part of a friendly, experienced, and supportive team.
  • Use your initiative while also taking direction when needed.
  • Bring creativity, vision, and enthusiasm to your practice.

Skills

EYFS knowledge
IT skills
Collaborative spirit
Team player

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

YMCA Trinity Group – Childcare ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

Permanent Vacancy Early Years Educator Level 3

Job Reference EYE-PR-0726

Location YMCA Childcare Providence, 2 Wellington Street, Ipswich IP1 2NU

YMCA Trinity Group is looking for a enthusiastic and committedEarly Years Educatorto join our vibrant childcare setting onWellington Street.

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a joyful, safe, and stimulating environment for children to thrive? We’re looking for a dedicated Early Years Educator to join our vibrant and supportive team.

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the room and ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.

What You’ll Do:
  • Supporting the day-to-day running of the room
  • Providing high-quality learning experiences in line with theEYFS
  • Working as part of afriendly, experienced, and supportive team
  • Using your initiative while also taking direction when needed
  • Bringing creativity, vision, and enthusiasm to your practice
Are You the One We’re Looking For?

Can you…

  • Sing out of tune with confidence in a room full of giggling children?
  • Be a pirate on Monday and a doctor on Tuesday?
  • Dive into messy play with enthusiasm?
  • ReciteThe Very Hungry Caterpillarfrom memory?
  • Get genuinely excited about a child’s learning milestone?
  • Share ideas and bring them to life with your team?
What You’ll Need:

You should have the following qualities:

  • A relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
  • A minimum of two years post qualifying experience
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
  • Great IT skills and a collaborative spirit

In line with safer recruitment processes, successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, facilitated and paid for by YMCA Trinity Group.

Days and hours

You will be contracted to work 34 hours per week, over 4 days, from 8:30am to 6:00pm.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is £23,001.68

  • Reduced childcare costs for employees own children
  • 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance (Pro rata)
  • Paid day off allocated for your Birthday (dependant on staff rota)
  • Development and Internal Progression opportunities
  • Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
  • Induction programme and additional career development opportunities
  • Competitive rates of pay and company pension, plus access for YMCA Trinity staff and their immediate families to our Employee Assistance Programme
Contact Us

Nathalie Howell: Childcare Manager -Telephone: 01473295258

Email: Nathalie.Howell@ymcatrinity.org.uk / Teresa.Mercer@ymcatrinity.org.uk

Closing date

Applications are assessed on a regular basis, therefore early application is advised. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when roles are filled.

Additional Information

Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.

Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application.

Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve.

Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities
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