Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover

N Family Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Flexible working

Up to 35 days holiday

Job summary

N Family Club in Forest Hill, London is seeking an Early Years Educator for a part-time role (11am–3pm, 20 hours per week). You will deliver the N Curriculum through play, nurturing curiosity and confidence in every child in your care.

This 20-hour post offers industry-leading training and resources, a competitive salary, bonuses, flexible working, holiday entitlement, and generous learning and clothing allowances.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an early years environment.
• Level 2+ Early Years qualification as required.
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspire learning through our play-based N Curriculum
• Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes
• Create and implement development-focused activity plans
• Carry out observations, assessments and planning for your key children
• Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families
• Ensure your classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times
• Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice
• Be a positive role model – collaborate, motivate, and share your ideas

Skills

Early years experience

Paediatric First Aid

Passion for education

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Educator - Lunch Cover

Department: Nursery Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Forest Hill, London

Reporting To: Juvina Bignall

Compensation: £14,882 - £15,891 / year

Description

We're more than just a nursery group. We're the UK's most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We're proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As an Early Years Educator you'll be the heartbeat of your playroom – nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child in your care. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you'll bring the N Curriculum to life through play, learning, and meaningful connections. It's a chance to shape young minds while developing your own career through industry-leading training, coaching, and resources.

What you’ll be doing…

• Inspire learning through our play-based N Curriculum


• Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes


• Create and implement development-focused activity plans


• Carry out observations, assessments and planning for your key children Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families


• Ensure your classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times


• Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice


• Be a positive role model – collaborate, motivate, and share your ideas

Our Early Years Educators should have...

• Experience working with children in an early years environment


• Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)


• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a willingness to train Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh)


• A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children


• A team player with a can-do attitude and positive mindset


• Confident communicator with a love for customer service

The N Advantage

• Competitive salary – £14,882 - £15,891, based on experience and dedication


• Up to £750 annual performance bonus


• Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for work-life balance


• Up to 35 days holiday - including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure


• £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)


• £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!


• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more


• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually

And that’s not all!

• 5-year loyalty bonus - around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off


• 10-year loyalty bonus - ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off


• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire


• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more


• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme


• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.

Why N Forest Hill?

Join our vibrant team at this 92-place nursery in Forest Hill, South East London.

Getting here is a breeze! We're just a short walk from Forest Hill station with direct Overground and National Rail links, plus excellent local bus routes.

Please note the hours for this role are 11am - 3pm, Monday-Friday (20 hours per week)

Making an impact…

At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.

We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we're building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.

Join N Family Club today and help us reshape early education for the better.