Early Years Educator (Maternity Cover)

Butlin's; Minehead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Nurse to join their vibrant team. This role offers the chance to engage with children in a dynamic environment while ensuring their safety and development. With a focus on fun and adventure, you'll contribute to creating memorable experiences for families. If you're a team player who thrives in a busy setting and enjoys working with children, this fixed-term contract could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join a workplace where smiles are created, and teamwork is valued, making every day exciting and fulfilling.

Qualifications

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare with knowledge of the EYFS.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe and supportive environment for children.
• Maintain Health and Safety policies and assist with activity planning.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Attitude

Ability to Work on Own Initiative

Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

About The Role

We're looking for passionate people to join our Butlin's Team.
Working alongside a fantastic team, we will support you every step of the way to ensure you gain the skills and confidence to truly get stuck in.

Please note, this role is a 6-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

As a Nursery Nurse, you will provide an exciting and wide activity programme, assisting in providing a safe, supportive, and caring environment to ensure that all aspects of each individual child's development are given full consideration; ensure that clean and hygienic standards are maintained at all times.

This role covers a 5-day working week over 7 days.

About You

Being a great team player is essential, and you should also enjoy the buzz of a busy environment. No day will ever be the same, so you should be happy to try new things and chat to lots of different people.

Key responsibilities will include maintaining and following all Health and Safety policies and procedures; being proactive in activity planning, child observation, and development records on a regular basis; maintaining confidentiality about all issues related to children, their families, and the business; helping and supporting with day-to-day care of the children's routines.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare with a good knowledge of the EYFS
• Hold Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 (an advantage)
• Have good communication skills
• Have a problem-solving attitude
• Are confident to work on own initiative as necessary, but to be able to work as part of a team both large and small
• Have the ability to relate to a wide range of people
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid Certificate (an advantage)

About Butlin's

At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years, we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult-only Big Weekenders.

Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values.

So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In, and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!