Early Years Educator – Pre-School (Full-Time)

Charnwood Nursery & Pre-school; Leicester; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run pre-school group in Leicester is seeking a passionate early-years educator. You will create a supportive atmosphere for children, plan engaging activities, and collaborate with families to promote development. Ideal candidates hold a Level 3 qualification and have recent preschool experience. The position offers a salary of around £28,800 for four days of work per week, with a vibrant team culture.

Benefits

Expert-led CPD

Regular team days

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 (or higher) early-years qualification.
• Recent pre-school experience with knowledge of the EYFS.
• Effective communication with families and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, supportive space for children.
• Plan experiences that spark curiosity.
• Partner with families to meet children's needs.

Skills

Communication

Child-led learning

Positive attitude

Team spirit

Creativity

Education

Level 3 or higher early-years qualification

Job description

Do you…

• Get excited about building confidence, curiosity and independence?
• Love a team that laughs together, backs each other and makes work fun?
• Thrive on glitter, mud and “wow, did you just see that?!” moments?

If that’s three yesses, keep reading.

About Us

Charnwood Nursery & Pre-School Group (CNPG) is a family-run group with two big ambitions:

1. Give every child the strongest possible start in life.
2. Create a workplace where talented, caring people thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating a warm, supportive space where every child feels safe, seen and celebrated.
• Planning in-the-moment experiences that spark genuine curiosity.
• Using meaningful interactions and purposeful play to drive learning.
• Keeping engaging learning journeys and supporting assessments.
• Partnering with families so each child’s needs are met.
• Boosting “school-readiness” — language, confidence, independence.

You will Thrive with us If You…

• Hold a Level 3 (or higher) early-years qualification.
• Love turning everyday moments into “wow, did you see that?!” learning.
• Have recent pre-school experience and know the EYFS inside out.
• Believe in child-led learning and following children’s interests.
• Stay warm, positive and calm (even when the glitter explodes).
• Communicate brilliantly with both families and teammates.
• Can’t wait to roll up sleeves, head outside and get stuck in.
• Think CPD is exciting, not “another thing on the list.”
• Treat safeguarding like breathing: constant, instinctive, non-negotiable.

Bring Your…

Big energy – kids don’t sit still, and neither do we.
Team spirit – we back each other 100 %.
Love of learning – for your career and for every child.
Joy in the messy – muddy knees, magic moments, bright futures.

The Important Stuff

• Salary: c. £28,800 (DOE & quals)
• Hours: Four days, 7:30 am – 6 pm (three-day weekend vibes!)
• Setting: Bright, spacious pre-school room packed with laughter & learning.

Why CNPG?

• Feel valued – two months or two decades, you’re family.
• Play hard, work hard – we celebrate wins together (awards night incoming).
• Expert-led CPD – latest research, best practice, real growth.
• Real progression – step up, specialise or grow right where you are.
• Regular 1:1s & team days – reflect, reset, thrive.

Ready to Make a Difference Every Day?

It’s messy. It’s full-on. It’s the best thing you’ll ever do.
Apply now and let’s build bright futures – theirs and yours.