Part-Time Early Years Educator: Inspire Curious Minds

Cognita Schools; Ashtead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Free lunch (Term Time)

School holidays

Free parking

School fee discount

Exclusive discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Cognita Schools, Little Downsend Ashtead, invites applications for an experienced Early Years Educator to join our caring team. You will support young children’s learning, welfare and development in a warm, inclusive setting with small group sizes to foster confidence and curiosity.

Hours: 3 days per week, 52 weeks per year. Fixed-term contract 01.01.2027–31.08.2027, with potential earlier start. A Level 3 EYFS qualification and safeguarding commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in nursery, pre-school or school setting.
• Understanding of child development and EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support education, welfare and personal development of young children.
• Deliver high-quality learning experiences in a caring environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school events.
• Contribute to wraparound care provision.

Skills

Experience with young children

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Cognita Schools, Little Downsend Ashtead, invites applications for an experienced Early Years Educator to join our caring team. You will support young children’s learning, welfare and development in a warm, inclusive setting with small group sizes to foster confidence and curiosity.

Hours: 3 days per week, 52 weeks per year. Fixed-term contract 01.01.2027–31.08.2027, with potential earlier start. A Level 3 EYFS qualification and safeguarding commitment are essential.