Early Years Educator - Level 3

Happy Days Nurseries; Poole; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Blue Light Card Membership fully paid

Life Assurance

Christmas closedown days

Health & Wellbeing via SPARK APP

Structured training and clear career路径

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries in Poole is seeking an Early Years Educator to join our team across multiple nursery sites. You will deliver high-quality EYFS-based education, support children’s development, and work closely with parents and staff to create a warm, safe learning environment.

We welcome applicants with a Level 3 qualification, strong communication, and a passion for inclusive practice. Full‑time, part‑time, or flexible hours are available, with competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in child development and learning for young children.
• EYFS knowledge and high-quality teaching.
• Paediatric First Aid certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional early years education and support each child’s development.
• Implement EYFS frameworks to ensure high-quality teaching and care.
• Meet daily needs with compassion and professionalism.
• Design and deliver engaging activities that promote holistic development.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, parents and carers.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety standards.
• Contribute to team meetings and share ideas.

Skills

Child development experience

Communication skills

Inclusive teaching

Reflective practice

Commute to multiple sites

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

Tools

Digital learning journals

Nursery software

Job description

Application Deadline Wednesday, September 30, 2026 Location Poole, BH17 7FF Salary £28,350.40 per annum Positions Available 1 Hours per week 40 hours - Can be flexible working hours Job Summary

We’re looking for Early Years Educators with experience in child development and committed to supporting children’s growth and learning based at our Poolenursery.

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll be a vital part of our team, dedicated to ensuring consistent, high-quality education within a safe and secure environment within our nurseries.

Full time, part time and flexible hours can be offered

About the role:

As an Early Years Educator, you will:

• Provide exceptional early years education, supporting each child’s development and learning journey.
• Confidently implement and follow frameworks such as the EYFS to ensure high-quality teaching and care.
• Meet the daily needs of every child with compassion, attentiveness, and professionalism.
• Design and deliver stimulating activities that enrich learning and promote holistic development.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers through open and effective communication.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and safety in every interaction and environment.
• Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing ideas and insights to positively shape the future of the children in our care.

About you:

We're looking for Early Years Educators qualified to Level 3, who:

• Have experience with child development and learning, and are committed to children’s emotional and intellectual growth
• Communicates confidently, professionally and works collaboratively
• Work in a way that is inclusive and creates a supportive, respectful environment
• Are reflective and committed to professional growth
• Can easily commute to multiple nursery sites within a one-hour radius

And a few nice to haves:

• Paediatric First Aid certification
• Experience supporting children with additional needs
• Familiarity with digital learning journals or nursery software

Rewarding careers:

We’re committed to nurturing talent and supporting career progression into nursery management roles. Through tailored development plans, mentoring from experienced leaders, and access to accredited training programmes, we empower our team members to grow their leadership skills and take the next step in their careers.

We welcome applicants from under-represented groups including men and offer a competitive range of benefits that aren’t just perks—they are part of a culture that puts people first. They support us build a workplace where you’re empowered to thrive every day and where you’ll feel valued.

What’s in it for you:

• Salary of£28,350.40per annum (based on 40 hours per week)
• Full‑time or part‑time or Flexible Working can be supported
• 50% childcare discount
• Fully funded Blue Light Card Membership
• Life Assurance
• Christmas On Us - up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas closedown
• An extensive range of Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
• Structured training, mentoring, and a clear career progression pathway all of which will support your CPD

Safeguarding commitment:

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.

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