RAFAKidz Leeming Early Years Educator Level 3

Rafakidz; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced childcare discount

Healthcare cash back

Free virtual GP

Gym discount

Refer a Friend bonus

Generous leave during Christmas

Group Associate Membership

Travel & overnight expenses for other

Gala event participation

Job summary

RAFAKidz Leeming Early Years Educator Level 3 is a role at RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Leeming, The Spinney, Northallerton. The position offers £14.29 per hour for both full-time and part-time roles, with opportunities to contribute to high-quality early years provision.

The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification, at least 1 year nursery experience, and a Paediatric First Aid certificate. A DBS check will be conducted on appointment and every three years thereafter.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years Educator with Level 3 childcare qualification and Paediatric First Aid.
• Minimum 1 year nursery experience.
• DBS check required on appointment and every three years thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities using the EYFS learning outcomes.
• Update and maintain records to meet Ofsted requirements.
• Act as designated key worker for a group of children.
• Collaborate with SENCO to support children with additional needs.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Planning activities

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Job description

RAFAKidz Leeming Early Years Educator Level 3

Early Years Educator Level 3
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Leeming, The Spinney, Northallerton DL7 9NJ
£14.29 per hour full time and part time roles

• Enhanced childcare discount of 40% for permanent employees
• Healthcare cash back for you and your children to cover prescription, dental and optician costs
• Free access to virtual GP
• Health and Stress Support plus gym discount
• Unlimited Refer a Friend bonus payments
• Generous leave with time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period
• Group Associate Membership – savings and discounts on household bills and more!
• Guaranteed transfer to another nursery (for spouses and families being reassigned)
• Preparing for promotion? We pay travel and overnight expenses to allow you to experience another of our fabulous settings
• First Stage Informal Telephone Interviews – let’s get to know each other before arranging a visit
• Opportunities to attend gala evenings to celebrate our big nominations and wins together!

About us

• 2025 was a phenomenal year for RAFAKidz! Our special awards include
• Nursery Group of the Year Nursery World
• Medium Sized Nursery Group of the Year National NMT Nursery Awards
• Outdoor Learning Environment National NMT Nursery Awards

About you

• As a qualified Early Years Educator you will hold a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification and have a sound knowledge of the responsibilities that go with the role. We need you have a minimum 1 years nursery experience and a Paediatric First Aid certificate. A typical day in the role will involve;
• Using the EYFS learning outcomes to plan and carry out fun, educational and stimulating activities
• Updating and maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements
• Designated key worker responsibilities for a group of children
• Work with Senco to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter.As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities