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Little Poppins Pre-School; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Little Poppins Pre-School seeks an experienced Early Years Educator to join a small, dedicated team. The role is 16–24 hours per week during term time, with potential for extra hours. Hours run 8:00–17:30.

You will nurture young children's development through play, observation, and engaging activities, aligning with our ethos that every child is a curious learner. The successful candidate will value high standards, strong communication with parents, and safeguarding best practices, helping to

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education or equivalent setting.
• Familiarity with the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programmes that promote learning through play.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
• Facilitate engaging activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and social interaction.
• Have a good knowledge of the EYFS and other statutory frameworks.
• Manage daily routines, ensuring the well-being of each child in your care.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and external agencies regarding children's development and needs.
• Lead by example, demonstrating positive behaviour and fostering a sense of community within the nursery.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development.
• Have an exceptional understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Skills

Child development

Communication

Teamwork

Observation & assessment

Job description

Salary: Pay is dependent on age and qualifications.

Little Poppins Pre-School are seeking an experienced, passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our small pre-school team. The hours are between 16 and 24 per week term time with the potential of additional hours. Work hours are between 8am and 5:30pm. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, promoting their holistic development through engaging activities and experiences. This position requires strong communication skills, an ethics of high standards, a genuine love for working with children and an ethos and values that align with our own. Our ethos is that every child is a scientist and has a natural curiosity to learn and develop. At Little Poppins, our expectations for the children in our care are high and we expect all staff to work to a very high standard to ensure we are meeting the individual needs of all of our Poppins. Our curriculum is ambitious with plenty of room for child-led learning and adult-led activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programmes that promote learning through play.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
• Facilitate engaging activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and social interaction.
• Have a good knowledge of the EYFS and other statutory frameworks.
• Manage daily routines, ensuring the well-being of each child in your care.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and external agencies regarding children's development and needs.
• Lead by example, demonstrating positive behaviour and fostering a sense of community within the nursery.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development.
• Have an exceptional understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.