Nursery Early years Professional (Level 3 qualified part-time position)

Location: Banana Moon Day Nursery, Tunbridge Wells

Contract: Part-time (with the possibility of term-time only)

Do you have a genuine passion for early years education and child development? Are you qualified to Level 3 or above in Childcare? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

At Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells, we’re looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and caring Early Years Educator to join our friendly and growing team on a part-time basis. We're also open to offering this role on a term-time only basis for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and welcoming team
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A fun, nurturing work environment where you can make a real difference
• Flexible/part-time hours
• Potential for term-time only working

About You:

• You have a huge smile and can make every child feel seen, loved, and supported
• Dressing up and going on daily adventures sounds like your ideal workday
• You don’t mind being covered in paint, glitter, or the occasional sticker
• You’ve mastered the art of getting 12 little ones to nap at the same time
• You can do headcounts faster than most people can blink
• Your playdough skills are top‑notch (we take ours seriously!)
• You’re always prepared for sniffles, snuggles, and spontaneous questions
• You’ll remember every child’s name — and possibly their pets’ and teddy bears’ too
• You want to work in a setting where you’re truly valued and where children adore you

Job Purpose:

• Ensure high-quality, balanced provision of leading practice education and care is delivered, creating a safe, caring and welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child and where children are encouraged and supported to flourish in an enabling and stimulating environment.
• Adhere to Banana Moon policies and procedures, meet legislative requirements and follow the education curriculum, delivering standards to ensure the highest possible inspection grading.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider team.
• Deliver learning experiences that are engaging, age‑appropriate, and child‑led.
• Act as a named coordinator in a specific area, as designated by the Nursery Manager.
• Support the nursery in maintaining an excellent reputation and high standards.

Qualifications:

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification as defined by the Department of Education on the Early Years Qualifications List.
• DBS enhanced disclosure within the child workforce sector.
• Previous responsibility as a key person.
• Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate.
• Safeguarding training and qualifications.
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children and families.
• Enthusiastic, nurturing, and dedicated to supporting children's learning.
• Able to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.

What We Offer:

• Discounted childcare – because we know how important family is
• Black tie staff event – we celebrate success together
• Yearly staff awards ceremony – your efforts won’t go unnoticed
• Dinner provided at staff meetings – fuel up while we grow together
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities – we invest in you
• BUPA mental health support listening line – your wellbeing matters
• Free meals during shifts
• On-site / free parking – no stressful commutes
• A supportive, family-feel work environment where your work truly matters