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RAFA Kidz Ltd
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Job summary
RAFAKidz Nursery in Wallingford seeks an Early Years Educator Level 3 to join our friendly team. You will plan engaging activities using EYFS outcomes, maintain accurate records for Ofsted, and act as a designated key worker while supporting children with special educational needs in a collaborative setting.
We value passion for early years, a Paediatric First Aid certificate, and at least 1 year of nursery experience.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year nursery experience.
- Paediatric First Aid certificate required.
- Ability to plan and carry out activities using EYFS learning outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records to fulfil Ofsted requirements.
Responsibilities
- Using 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.
Skills
Education
Job description
£13.80 per hour Full /Part Time Roles
Why you should consider a career with RAFAKidz, a multi award winning nursery group and the largest provider of early years childcare to the RAF
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 redeployed)
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
If you’re a talented, passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking for your next step, our welcoming and warm nursery at RAFAKidz Benson is the place for you! With our friendly team and small room sizes we can offer exciting experiences every day. Our little RAFAKidz family are always busy with trips out, picnics, parties and outdoor learning. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, we provide experiences that will help them be confident and reach their full potential.
About you
As a qualified Early Years Educator you will 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
A full job description is available to view on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk
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
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: RAFA Kidz Ltd
Salary: £13.80 to £13.80 an hour
Hours: Full-time
Location: Wallingford, OX10 6AA
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 24 Aug 2026
Closing date: 21 Sept 2026
Early Years Educator Level 3
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Benson, Wallingford OX10 6AA
£13.80 per hour Full /Part Time Roles
Why you should consider a career with RAFAKidz, a multi award winning nursery group and the largest provider of early years childcare to the RAF
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 redeployed)
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
If you’re a talented, passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking for your next step, our welcoming and warm nursery at RAFAKidz Benson is the place for you! With our friendly team and small room sizes we can offer exciting experiences every day. Our little RAFAKidz family are always busy with trips out, picnics, parties and outdoor learning. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, we provide experiences that will help them be confident and reach their full potential.
About you
As a qualified Early Years Educator you will 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
A full job description is available to view on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk
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
Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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