Part time Early Years Educator

Rand Farm Park; Billericay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading early years education provider is seeking a passionate part-time Early Years Practitioner for their new nursery at Barleylands Farm. Join a supportive team focused on outdoor learning and child-led development. Enjoy attractive benefits including childcare discounts, wellness support, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

50% off childcare

Wellbeing ambassadors

WPA NHS Top-up

Tastecard for staff

Free lunches and drinks

Free tickets into Barleylands Farm

28 days annual holiday

Refer a friend bonus

Access to training courses

Free staff uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years education is essential.
• Ability to contribute fresh ideas and activities.

Responsibilities

• Work in the 'under 2’s' room at the nursery.
• Support children's development through nature-based learning.

Skills

Motivation

Proactivity

Confidence in EYFS

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Level 2 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-School

Point of contact:
Lucy Horwood

Telephone:
07803007238

Part Time Early Years Practitioner

Barleylands Farm Day Nursery – Part of the Farm Day Nurseries group

JOIN OUR BRAND NEW IDYLLIC FARM-BASED DAY NURSERY @ BARLEYLANDS FARM!

Farm Day Nurseries Ltd is a leading early years education provider, offering a warm, nurturing environment where passionate educators help children thrive through nature-based learning onsite at our stunning day nursery settings, based on award-winning farm parks.

Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, forward-thinking company that values professional growth, creativity, and a genuine love for childhood development.

Our ethos focuses on outdoor learning, natural materials and resources, and a 'child-led' learning approach. We are excited to announce that our 96-place day nursery at Barleylands Farm in Billericay is now open. We are looking for an experienced and confident Early Years Educator to join us part-time, working in our 'under 2’s' room at this unique, farm-based setting.

We can offer the following part-time hours:

Come and visit us to see what makes us so special!

We offer an attractive salary and benefits package, including:

• 50% off childcare – from day one with us!
• Wellbeing ambassadors in all settings to look after your health and wellbeing
• WPA “NHS Top-up” – including a 24/7 helpline, private doctors appointments, and healthcare expenses reimbursement
• Tastecard for all permanent staff – up to 50% off restaurants, cafes, takeaways, cinema tickets & days out
• Free lunches and drinks every day for staff
• Multiple free tickets into Barleylands Farm – worth up to £600 annually
• 28 days annual holiday, increasing to 33 with service
• Refer a friend bonus up to £500 per referral – unlimited referrals!
• Open door management policy – always feel free to talk to us
• Access to training courses, ongoing progression, and development opportunities
• Regular staff/team outings and celebrations
• Free staff uniform – polo shirts and outdoor coat
• Enhanced NEST Pension scheme
• Monthly staff lotteries and employee of the month
• Length of service awards and gifts
• Staff awards ceremony with prizes up to £500
• Staff summer BBQ and Christmas party
• Special gifts for Valentines, Easter, Staff Appreciation Day, Christmas, and other days
• Relocation packages available
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking

Qualifications and Skills

We seek passionate Early Years Educators eager for a new challenge. You should be motivated, proactive, and able to contribute fresh ideas and activities. Confidence in all areas of the EYFS and relevant experience are essential. Ideally, candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, though Level 2 or unqualified applicants will be considered.

Farm Day Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, will be undertaken for all appointments.