At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nursery room, delivering outstanding care and engaging activities for children aged 0-5.
- Company: Poppies Day Nursery, a nurturing environment focused on child development.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, childcare support, company events, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and at least 1 year of nursery experience.
The predicted salary is between 14.5 - 14.5 £ per hour.
*Poppies Day Nursery* in Knutsford are currently recruiting for a full time Senior Early Years' Educator. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of your nursery room.
- Deliver outstanding learning and care for children aged 0–5 years.
- Plan and provide engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Monitor children's learning and development through observations, assessments, and planning.
- Support, motivate, and supervise your room team, acting as an excellent role model.
- Build strong partnerships with parents and carers to support every child's development.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, hygiene, and wellbeing.
- Ensure accurate records are maintained, including assessments, accident records, and medication records.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive nursery culture.
About You
Essential:
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- At least 1 year's nursery experience, including Key Person responsibilities.
- Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
- Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
- A caring, reliable and enthusiastic approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Paediatric First Aid.
- Safeguarding, Food Hygiene or Manual Handling training.
- SENCO experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare or equivalent.
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Senior Early Years Practitioner employer: Elmscot Group
Poppies Day Nursery in Knutsford is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive work environment where you can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values teamwork and communication. Additionally, the nursery provides attractive benefits such as childcare support, company events, and a pension scheme, making it an ideal place for passionate Early Years Practitioners to thrive.
