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Happy Days South West Limited; St. Clement; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working options

Training and progression

Job summary

Happy Days South West Limited in Truro is seeking qualified Early Years Educators to join our nursery team. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework, supporting children's development and wellbeing.

You will collaborate with families and colleagues, pursue ongoing professional development and benefit from a supportive environment with clear career progression and funded training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing of children.
• Ability to observe, assess and document children's progress.
• Collaborative approach with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and facilitate engaging learning experiences for children's development.
• Observe, assess and document progress and achievements.
• Build strong, professional relationships with families, colleagues and external partners.
• Promote wellbeing and inclusion at all times.
• Contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Observation & assessment

Family partnership

Professional development

Education

Qualified Early Years Practitioner

Tools

EYFS resources

Job description

Additional Benefits: c£6k

Contract: Full-time/Part-Time & Permanent

About Happy Days

Happy Days is growing, and we're looking for qualified Early Years professionals to join our nursery team in Truro.

We're looking for an Early Years Educator / Early Childhood Professional to play a key role in children's early development.

This is an opportunity to work in a high-quality, child-centred environment while benefiting from clear career progression, continuous professional development and support to achieve your long-term career goals.

The Role

As an Early Years professional, you'll play a key role in creating inspiring learning experiences, championing children's development and working in partnership with families to provide the very best start in life.

You'll work closely with children, families, colleagues and external partners to deliver high-quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework, while promoting children's wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion.

This role also provides opportunities to develop specialist expertise in areas such as SEND, safeguarding, early language development, outdoor learning, behaviour and wellbeing, and coaching, training and quality improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and facilitate engaging learning experiences that support children's individual development
• Observe, assess and document children's progress and achievements
• Build strong, professional relationships with families, colleagues and external partners
• Promote children's wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion at all times
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and professional practice

There are also opportunities to develop specialist expertise in areas such as:

• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Behaviour and Wellbeing
• Coaching, Training and Quality Improvement

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who has a genuine interest in Early Years education and is committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children.

What We Offer:

We're proud to offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where people can develop and thrive.

Flexible Working

Please talk to us about flexible working options.

Learning and Development

• Ongoing professional development and funded training opportunities
• Mentoring and coaching from experienced Early Years leaders
• Support to gain higher-level qualifications and specialist skills
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Recognition and reward for exceptional practice

Health and Wellbeing

• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Generous annual leave from day one
• Extra days off for Christmas and personal day
• People's Pension
• Additional benefits worth approximately circa £5k

Inclusion and Safeguarding

Happy Days is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Happy Days Nurseries is committed to safeguarding children. All offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including verification of your right to work in the UK.