At a Glance
- Tasks: Nurture and educate young children in a supportive Nursery environment.
- Company: New Hall School, a Catholic independent boarding and day school.
- Benefits: 35 days' holiday, excellent benefits, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to high-quality early years education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives during their crucial early years.
- Qualifications: NNEB or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and experience in Early Years settings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
New Hall School is seeking to appoint an Early Years Educator for the Nursery. This role is central to the School's commitment to providing a nurturing, stimulating, and well-resourced environment that supports young children during their crucial early years of development. The Early Years Educator role serves as a key position within the Nursery team, working closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality early years education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the School's Mission and Ethos, and all relevant safeguarding and welfare requirements. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential.
Key responsibilities:
- To act as a Key Person, taking responsibility for the care, learning, and development of a group of children.
- To take ownership of planning and delivery of age-appropriate learning activities.
- To observe, assess, and record children's progress, maintaining accurate Learning Journeys and online assessments.
- To contribute to written reports and engage positively with parents through meetings and formal communications.
- To support the Nursery Manager with behaviour management and pastoral care.
- To promote children's welfare, safeguarding, and health and safety at all times in line with School policies.
- To maintain consistent care routines, including sleep, personal care, and first aid as appropriate.
- To prepare learning resources and contribute to daily planning.
- To help maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised Nursery environment.
- To accompany and supervise children on outings and educational visits.
- To promote strong home-school links and high-quality Early Years practice.
The successful candidate will be expected:
- To have a clear understanding of, and commitment to, the aims and ethos of a Catholic independent boarding and day school.
- To have an NNEB or NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent).
- To have experience of working in an Early Years setting.
- To have excellent communication, organisational, IT and leadership skills.
- To have a secure understanding of child development and safeguarding.
- To have the ability to motivate others, build effective teams and work positively with parents.
- To have a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and to work flexibly as required.
What New Hall offers:
- 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays).
- Excellent benefits.
Early Years Educator in Essex employer: New Hall School
New Hall School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for both its staff and students. With a strong commitment to professional development, the Early Years Educator role offers 35 days of holiday and excellent benefits, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The collaborative work culture encourages educators to thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in a supportive Catholic independent school setting.
