Lead Level 3 Early Years Educator — Play-Based Learning

Magic Round About Nurseries; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CPD

Birthday leave

31 days annual leave

Company pension

Social events

Job summary

Magic Round About Nurseries in Nottingham seeks a Level 3 Early Years Educator to design and deliver play-based learning rooted in EYFS. You will mentor junior staff, build warm relationships with children and families, and monitor each child's progress.

Safeguarding, welfare and health and safety are priorities. You may cover room leadership when needed and contribute to reflective practice and ongoing CPD in a supportive, welcoming setting.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 EY Educator qualification or above.
• Hands-on experience in an early years or EYFS setting.
• Confident knowledge of EYFS framework, including observations and assessments.
• Ability to communicate clearly with children, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver play-based learning experiences rooted in the EYFS.
• Mentor and guide junior staff in your room.
• Build warm, consistent relationships with children and their families.
• Track and document children's progress, flag concerns early.
• Maintain safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety standards.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Observations & assessments

Clear communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job description

Magic Round About Nurseries in Nottingham seeks a Level 3 Early Years Educator to design and deliver play-based learning rooted in EYFS. You will mentor junior staff, build warm relationships with children and families, and monitor each child's progress.

Safeguarding, welfare and health and safety are priorities. You may cover room leadership when needed and contribute to reflective practice and ongoing CPD in a supportive, welcoming setting.