Job description:
Purpose of the Role is to provide high-quality early years education and care in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting children’s learning, development, wellbeing, and safety in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Main duties:
Key Responsibilities Childcare & Learning
• Plan and deliver engaging, developmental-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS.
• Support children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress accurately.
• Identify individual learning needs and support children to reach their full potential.
• Help to deliver quality care in our breakfast club for school age children. Safeguarding & Welfare
• Maintain a safe, secure, and stimulating environment at all times.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and safeguarding policies.
• Carry out personal care routines with dignity and respect.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent and supportive approaches.
Partnership with Parents & Carers
• Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Share information about children’s progress, development, and wellbeing.
• Support parental involvement in children’s learning. Teamwork & Professional Practice
• Work effectively as part of a team to maintain high standards of care.
• Contribute to staff meetings, training, and reflective practice.
• Support inclusive practice and equality of opportunity.
• Maintain accurate records and confidentiality at all times.
Additional Duties
• Support daily routines such as meals, sleep times, and transitions.
• Assist with room preparation, displays, and resources.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by management.
• Prepare food at Breakfast club and for pre-school snack.
• Setting the room up in the morning and packing away after pre-school closes.
Experience and qualifications:
Essential Criteria Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent). GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. Experience working with young children in an early years setting. Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
Personal qualities:
Caring, patient, and enthusiastic. Reliable, flexible, and professional. Committed to inclusive practice and equal opportunities. Ability to plan and deliver engaging learning activities. Strong communication skills. Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Terms and conditions:
Appointment as an Early Years Educator is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, two references and proof of right to work. Hours, salary and contract type will be agreed. Ongoing employment requires compliance with EYFS, safeguarding and nursery policies.
Benefits:
Benefits include ongoing training and professional development, a supportive working environment, wellbeing support, and an additional paid day of leave to be taken on the employee’s birthday.