Early Years Educator - Level 2 or 3

The Children's Services; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

CPD support

Supervision and appraisal

Job summary

The Children's Services in Lincolnshire and Hampshire is seeking dedicated early years educators with a Level 2 or higher qualification to join our growing nursery teams. You will care for babies and young children, support less qualified staff, and help create a warm, engaging learning environment.

Hours and salary are discussed with candidates. We provide CPD support, supervision, and a pension, with opportunities to contribute creatively to children’s development.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Level 3 qualification in early years.
• Experience caring for babies and young children.
• Ability to support less qualified staff and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Care for and educate babies and young children in a team setting.
• Engage children in meaningful play and conversations.
• Support colleagues and contribute to a positive nursery environment.

Skills

Early years education

Teamwork

Child care

CPD awareness

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years

Job description

Hours: To be discussed with candidates

Salary: £12.58 per hour

As as a national charity we are committed to 'Changing Children's Lives for the Better'. Our group of nurseries are looking for dedicated level 2 or above qualified early years educators to join our growing teams across Lincolnshire and Hampshire.

Are you dedicated to caring for and educating babies and young children?

Have you endless energy and the ability to keep it up?

Can you work as a part of a close team and a wider organisation, supporting less qualified staff and apprentices?

Can you play and support children in their play, engaging in meaningful conversation?

Have you a full and relevant level 3 qualification?

Do you understand the diverse needs of families and are you able to support them unconditionally?

Company pension

Comprehensive supervision and appraisal systems

Recognition through internal and external news bulletins

CPD support through training, qualifications and mentoring

Space and flexibility to be innovative and creative in your role

Due to the volume of applicants we will get in touch only if selected for an interview.

The successful applicant(s) will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. Online searches may be carried out as part of due diligence checks for shortlisted candidates.

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any role involving working with children will be subject to an enhanced/barred DBS check and staff will be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration. The self declaration will require you to disclose information about offences that mayimpact on your suitability to work with children. For more information on this please visit Updated guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 ( GOV.UK ).

Children’s Links recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.