Early Years Educator (Level 3)

The Village Pre-School, Upham; Upham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local pre-school is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join their team. This role involves supporting children's learning and development, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. The ideal candidate must have a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and a genuine love for early years education. Working hours are part-time, term-time only, with a pay rate starting at £12.21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years Educator (minimum).
• Will complete essential training (e.g. Safeguarding, First Aid).
• Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Key Person to a small group of children.
• Support children's interests through planned activities.
• Ensure safety and welfare of the children.
• Prepare snacks/lunches and assist with mealtimes.
• Support children with personal care routines.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Enthusiastic

Proactive

Flexible attitude

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job description

Overview

When: Mondays 8.30am - 3.00pm, Tuesdays 9.00am - 3.00pm, Wednesdays 7.00am - 12.00noon, Thursdays 12.00noon - 4.00pm (21.5 hours per week, Term Time only, with a potential for additional hours).

Pay: Zero hours contract, starting at £12.21 per hour (National Living Wage) with potential to review based on experience.

Qualifications: Must have Level 3 Early Years Educator (minimum).

About the role: We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our close-knit team at The Village Pre-School, Upham. You will work as a key person, responsible for supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing, while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a Key Person to a small group of children, maintaining accurate observations and records
• Supporting children\'s interests through planned and spontaneous activities
• Ensuring the safety, welfare, and happiness of the children at all times
• Preparing snacks/lunches and assisting with mealtimes
• Supporting children with personal care routines (including nappy changing)
• Liaising professionally with parents/carers at drop-off and collection
• Setting up and packing away the setting in line with daily rota
• Attending regular staff meetings and training sessions

Additional Requirements

• Willingsness to complete essential training (e.g. Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, First Aid)
• Enhanced DBS check (paid for by the setting) and registration with the Update Service (paid for by you)
• A proactive, flexible attitude and a genuine love of early years education