At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive through play and exploration.
- Company: Join Ark Start Globe, a mission-driven nursery focused on early childhood education.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, excellent pension contributions, and a genuine work-life balance.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse community that values your contribution and supports your professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education or willingness to pursue relevant qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 25875 - 31625 £ per year.
As an Early Childhood Educator at Ark Start Globe, you will help create a warm, safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and thrive. Working alongside a supportive team, you will build positive relationships with children and families, support children's development through play and exploration, and contribute to making every day a positive and memorable experience. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and eager to grow their skills in a collaborative and nurturing nursery environment.
What will you be doing?
- Create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
- Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through play, exploration and positive relationships.
- Build strong partnerships with families and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver exceptional experiences for children.
- Contribute to engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments that encourage curiosity and a love of learning.
- Promote high standards of safeguarding, care and professionalism in everything you do.
- Take an active role in the life of the nursery, embracing opportunities to learn, develop and contribute to the wider Ark Start community.
What are we looking for?
- Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
- An interest in early childhood education and child development.
- Enthusiasm for supporting children's learning through play, exploration and everyday experiences.
- A passion for creating engaging environments where children can grow in confidence and thrive.
- An appreciation of outdoor learning and the role it plays in children's development.
- Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach to working with others.
- A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting them to thrive.
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Warm, collaborative and relationship-focused, with the ability to build positive partnerships with children, families and colleagues.
- Organised, proactive and resilient, with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Other
- Right to work in the UK.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Willingness to participate in training and professional development opportunities.
- This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Benefits
At Ark Start, we believe that when our practitioners are supported, our children thrive. That's why we've created a working environment that prioritises wellbeing, professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance.
- Competitive Reward Package: We offer competitive hourly rates alongside an excellent 11% employer pension contribution, with no employee contribution required, helping you build financial security for the future.
- Genuine Work-Life Balance: Our full-time roles are based on 37.5 hours per week, and we don't expect you to work beyond that.
- Training and Development Within Working Hours: Any required training or development will be scheduled within your working hours.
- A Culture of Learning: You'll benefit from access to a wealth of expertise, resources, and professional development opportunities.
- A Team That Values You: You'll be part of a mission-driven organisation that values your contribution and supports you to build a rewarding and sustainable career in early childhood education.
About Us
Our dedicated team work together to ensure that every child has a joyful, engaging, and secure nursery experience and leaves us ready to start school happily and confidently. We are driven by our values in everything we do: Aim High, Be Brave, Be Kind and Keep Learning.
Diversity and inclusion
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding statement
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Early Childhood Educator, Ark Start Globe in City of London employer: ARK
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