Nursery Educator

Pocklington School; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution pension (5% 2?; 3

33 days holiday

Free high quality lunch

Free on-site parking

5% employer pension contributions

50% fee discount for your children

4x10 hour shifts option

Job summary

Pocklington School’s Little Pips Nursery is seeking nursery educators to join our state-of-the-art Early Years facility from January/February 2026. You’ll work in one of four rooms, delivering high-quality, child-centred education in a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment on the grounds of Pocklington School.

We offer a competitive salary (£27,788 per annum / £13.36 per hour), flexible patterns including 4 x 10 hour shifts, professional training, 33 days holiday, pension contributions, lunch and

Qualifications

• Qualified to level 2 or above in Early Childhood Education (e.g. Early years educator, CACHE level 2 or equivalent)
• Experienced in working within an early years setting, with a passion for child-led, creative learning
• Committed to the application of the Reggio Emilia approach in early childhood education
• Patient, creative and enthusiastic with the ability to form strong, trusting relationships with children, colleagues and parents

Responsibilities

• Provide day to day care and supervision of children to ensure their safety, wellbeing and happiness
• Deliver high quality early childhood education in one of four rooms (Baby, walking to 2s, 2 to 3, or pre-school)
• Engage in child-centred activities reflecting the Reggio Emilia approach

Skills

Early childhood experience

Child-centred learning

Reggio Emilia approach

Education

Level 2 Early Childhood Education or higher

Job description

Our Nursery

Little Pips Nursery, a state-of-the-art Early Years education facility, opened its doors in September 2025 on the grounds of Pocklington School. Little Pips was born from a vision to provide truly exceptional Early Years education. Backed by the expertise and resources of Pocklington School, the nursery offers a nurturing haven where children aged 0 to four years can thrive. What sets Little Pips apart is its comprehensive offering, the nursery combines the expertise of highly qualified and passionate educators, inspired by the Reggio Emilio approach, with access to our art studio, Forest School and the use of 32 acres of outdoor space creating a truly holistic approach to early years care and education. Due to an increase in numbers from January 2026, we require additional nursery educators to start in January / February 2026.

The role

• This is an ideal opportunity for experienced Nursery Educators looking for a new challenge or recently qualified practitioners searching for their next role
• You will work in one of our four rooms: Baby, walking to 2s, 2 to 3 or pre-schoolers to deliver high quality early childhood education
• You will provide day to day care and supervision of children to ensure their safety, wellbeing and happiness
• As an integral part of the nursery team, you will provide engaging, child centred learning experiences that reflect the very best of the Reggio Emilia approach.

The team

You’ll be part of a nurturing, innovative team working with supportive, experienced and dedicated teaching professionals along with new recruits such as yourself. You’ll work with vibrant and engaged educators in a setting that celebrates creativity, individuality, and collaboration. Together you will make a significant impact on the future of early childhood education within a forward-thinking, Reggio Emilia-inspired nursery.

What you’ll receive

• Competitive Salary of £27,788 per annum / £13.36 per hour
• Excellent work life balance as we can accommodate a range of working patterns including 4 x 10 hour shifts per week (with a day off each week) for full timers. Hours of work are between 7:30am and 6pm. Alternatively if you'd rather work a shorter day or less than full time hours then different working patterns can be discussed.
• Training and support to meet your individual needs with opportunities for professional growth and career progression
• 33 days holiday (includes bank holidays)
• Defined contribution pension scheme (5% employer contributions, 3% employee contribution)
• 50% fee discount (pro rata'd for part time contracts) for your children attending the nursery
• Free high quality lunch
• Free on-site parking

You will be

• Qualified to level 2 or above in Early Childhood Education (e.g. Early years educator, CACHE level 2 or equivalent)
• Experienced in working within an early years setting, with a passion for child-led, creative learning
• Committed to the application of the Reggio Emilia approach in early childhood education
• Patient, creative and enthusiastic with the ability to form strong, trusting relationships with children, colleagues and parents

We strive to inspire, support & celebrate equity, diversity & inclusion, indeed this is so fundamental that it is one of our core strategic objectives. As such we are committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce. As part of our recruitment process, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and believe that a diverse team enhances innovation, creativity, and success. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.

Pocklington School Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.