Level 3 Early Years Educator

Broadbottom Church of England Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadbottom Church of England Primary School is expanding its Early Years provision and seeks a Level 3 Early Years Educator to join the nursery team. You will support high-quality, play-based learning, foster secure relationships, and contribute to developing the new nursery environment.

You will work closely with the EYFS lead and team to plan engaging activities, observe progress, and build strong partnerships with families, while upholding safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant and recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development.
• Is warm, caring, enthusiastic and passionate about working with young children.
• Understands the importance of high-quality adult-child interactions in supporting communication, language and learning.
• Can plan and facilitate engaging, purposeful learning experiences through play.
• Values children's curiosity, independence and individual interests.
• Has high expectations for all children, including those with SEND and additional needs.
• Works collaboratively and positively as part of a team.
• Is reflective, proactive and eager to develop their own professional practice.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality early education through engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Help create an environment where children feel safe, valued and confident to explore.
• Contribute ideas to shape the nursery environment as it develops.
• Support children's learning, contribute to observations and assessments, and foster positive relationships with families.

Skills

Child development understanding

Observation & assessments

Play-based learning facilitation

Collaborative teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

EYFS knowledge

Job description

Join Our Growing Early Years Team

Are you a passionate, enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Educator who believes that every child deserves the very best start to their educational journey?

At Broadbottom Church of England Primary School, we are entering an exciting new chapter as we expand our Early Years provision with the development of our brand-new Nursery.

We are looking for a dedicated and creative Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our friendly and supportive team, helping us create an inspiring, nurturing and stimulating environment where our youngest learners can thrive.

This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of our growing Early Years team and play an important role in shaping our new Nursery provision from the very beginning.

About the Role

Working closely with our Early Years Lead and wider EYFS team, you will support the delivery of high-quality early education through engaging, purposeful and play-based learning experiences.

You will help create an environment where children feel safe, valued and confident to explore, investigate and develop their independence.

As our Nursery provision develops, you will have the opportunity to contribute your own ideas, creativity and expertise to help shape an exciting learning environment for our youngest children.

Your responsibilities will include supporting children's learning and development, contributing to observations and assessments, establishing positive relationships with families and undertaking key-person responsibilities as appropriate.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

Holds a relevant and recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification.

Has a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development.

Is warm, caring, enthusiastic and passionate about working with young children.

Understands the importance of high-quality adult-child interactions in supporting communication, language and learning.

Can plan and facilitate engaging, purposeful learning experiences through play.

Values children's curiosity, independence and individual interests.

Has high expectations for all children, including those with SEND and additional needs.

Works collaboratively and positively as part of a team.

Is reflective, proactive and eager to develop their own professional practice.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

What Can We Offer You?

The exciting opportunity to help establish and develop our brand-new Nursery provision.

A welcoming, friendly and supportive school community.

A committed and enthusiastic Early Years team.

Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.

A creative and engaging learning environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

The opportunity to make a real difference to children's earliest experiences of education.

Come and Grow With Us!

At Broadbottom, we believe that children flourish when they feel safe, supported and inspired to learn.

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for early childhood education and who will help us create a Nursery where children can develop a lifelong love of learning.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on [e-mail] or 01457762382

Safeguarding

Broadbottom Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children's barred-list information where applicable, satisfactory references and verification of qualifications.