At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and care in a vibrant nursery environment.
- Company: Join Trafford Council, a passionate team making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days of leave, flexible perks, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Connect with a friendly team and access professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in childcare and experience in early years settings.
The predicted salary is between 26201 - 32023 £ per year.
Working Pattern: Full time
Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week / (Contracted hours are shifts between 8-6pm. Current opening hours are Monday-Friday 8-4pm)
Interview Date/Type: Monday 14th September 2026 / Face to face
About the Role
We currently have an exciting vacancy for a qualified Early Years Educator (Level 3) to join us at Partington Day Nursery. The role will involve supporting the quality of early education and care for children and families accessing the nursery by providing high quality learning opportunities combined with care. It involves working with children and their families from an increasingly diverse community to ensure all needs are met in a warm and welcoming environment. You will be part of an experienced, professional and friendly team, working with other professionals from outside the nursery and keeping records up to date. You will be a key person for a group of children to enable them to reach their potential through positive relationships, experiences and opportunities.
About You
- You will have experience of working in an early years setting.
- You must hold a minimum level 3 relevant early years qualification in childcare.
- You will have a good working knowledge of the EYFS and Early Years Inspection framework and be able to put the principles into practice.
- You will have knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice that is applied in your work with children and families.
- You will be able to form positive relationships with children and families.
- You will be committed to ongoing professional development to ensure that the needs of children and families are met in an ever-evolving high quality setting.
- You will be a team player who values and respects the contributions of others.
- You will be a good communicator and passionate about working with children.
Additional Information
An enhanced DBS check with children/adults barred list check will be required.
Find Out More.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat or to arrange a short visit to the nursery, please call Carolann Loghan on 0161 912 2210 or email partington.nursery@trafford.gov.uk
About us...
Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.
Why Trafford?
We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”
Our Culture...
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day. They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do your best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.
What you'll love about working with us...
- Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:
- Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
- Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working.
- Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
- Grow with us: We'll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you’ll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
- Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
- Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
- Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.
Key Information...
Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Trafford Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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