Lead Early Years Educator

TN United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Lead Early Years Educator to join their outstanding nursery in Luton. In this rewarding role, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, inclusive education and care for young children. With a strong focus on child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage, you will create a stimulating environment that fosters creativity and learning. This role offers extensive training opportunities and significant benefits, including a 100% discount on childcare and enhanced leave. If you are committed to making a positive impact on children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% discount on childcare places

Extensive training and career progression

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Birthday leave

Enhanced sickness pay

Paid bereavement leave

Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme

Vitality membership wellness app

Savings on O2 Refresh Airtime Plans

Dedicated mental health First Aider

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education.
• Post-qualification experience in early education and childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to provide creative learning opportunities.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for children.

Skills

Child Development

Early Years Education

Safeguarding

Diversity Considerations

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare

Tools

FAMLY

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Lead Early Years Educator at Foxcubs Nursery

Located in Luton, Foxcubs Nursery has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted and on Day Nurseries. We are seeking a skilled Lead Early Years Educator who will serve as a role model and enable our team to deliver high-quality, inclusive early years education and care.

What We Offer

As part of the Early Years Alliance, a charitable organization with over 60 years of experience, we support the delivery of quality early years education to children and families. We provide our team with significant benefits, including:

• 100% discount on childcare places
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Investment in FAMLY to reduce paperwork and allow more focus on children
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional leave for long service
• Birthday leave to celebrate your special day
• Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
• A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme offering up to £300 for successful referrals
• Vitality membership wellness and fitness app, including health benefits, rewards, and counseling services
• Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plans
• A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your well-being

Job Purpose

As the Lead Early Years Educator, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a team to provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children
• Serving as a role model, demonstrating sensitive and responsive interactions
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
• Supporting the nursery management to deliver high-quality care and education
• Planning the curriculum within the setting
• Overseeing the setting in the absence of the Assistant Manager and Manager

Requirements

Successful candidates will need:

• A minimum Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent
• Post-qualification experience in early education and childcare
• A solid understanding of child development, the Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding, and diversity considerations

Note: You will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service. For full duties and requirements, please download the attached job description and person specification.

Additional Details

Weeks per year: 39

Virtual interview date: TBC

Please note: Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. Ensure you have downloaded the app prior to your interview.