Early Years Educator – Part time

Farm Day Nurseries Ltd; North East; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Free lunches and drinks

Free annual Adventure Valley tickets

Healthcare package with private GP

Career progression

Training and development

Staff wellbeing ambassadors

Up to 33 days annual leave withservice

Team celebrations and awards

Free uniform

Free parking

Job summary

Adventure Valley Day Nursery & Pre-School, part of Farm Day Nurseries, is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator for a 2-day-per-week maternity cover. You’ll join a team that blends outdoor learning, farm visits and child-led activities to spark curiosity every day.

You’ll create playful learning experiences, support children outdoors, build warm relationships with families and contribute to a nurturing, collaborative environment that values development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children, ideally in a nursery setting.
• A genuine passion for Early Years education.
• A positive, reliable and caring approach.
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and wants to make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity.
• Support children to learn through outdoor play and exploration.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Help every child feel safe, valued and confident.
• Work as part of a supportive team to deliver outstanding care and education.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity and new ideas to every day.

Skills

Experience with young children

Passion for Early Years

Team player

Caring approach

Job description

Adventure Valley Day Nursery & Pre-School

Contract type:
Part time, Maternity Cover

Point of contact:
Lucy Horwood

Telephone:
07803007238

Early Years Educator – 2 x days

Make Every Day an Adventure.

Adventure Valley Day Nursery | Part of Farm Day Nurseries

Are you looking for an Early Years role where children spend their days exploring nature, meeting farm animals and learning through real-life experiences rather than being inside all day?

At Adventure Valley Day Nursery, every day is different. Set within the award-winning Adventure Valley, our nursery offers children a unique environment where outdoor learning, curiosity and child-led exploration are at the heart of everything we do.

We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Early Years Educators to join our friendly Baby team. Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or looking for your next exciting opportunity, you’ll be joining a nursery that truly invests in its people as much as its children.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 50% childcare discount from your first day
• Free lunches and drinks every day
• Multiple free annual Adventure Valley tickets
• Healthcare package including access to private GP appointments
• Genuine career progression within a growing nursery group
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing ambassadors in every nursery
• Up to 33 days annual leave with service
• Team celebrations, staff awards and recognition throughout the year
• Free uniform and free parking
• …plus many more fantastic benefits.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll:

• Create fun, engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity.
• Support children to learn through outdoor play and exploration.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Help every child feel safe, valued and confident.
• Work as part of a supportive team to deliver outstanding care and education.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity and new ideas to every day.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with young children, ideally in a nursery setting
• A genuine passion for Early Years education
• A positive, reliable and caring approach
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and wants to make a real difference

More Than Just Another Nursery

At Farm Day Nurseries, we believe children learn best when they’re free to explore, discover and experience the world around them.

From outdoor adventures and farm experiences to child-led learning and creative play, every day offers something new. Just as importantly, we’re committed to creating a workplace where our teams feel supported, appreciated and encouraged to develop their careers.

If you’re looking for a nursery where you can make a real difference every day while enjoying excellent benefits, ongoing development and a truly unique working environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Farm Day Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.