At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun and engaging learning experiences for young children in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Acorn Grove Nursery, a friendly and inclusive setting rated Good by Ofsted.
- Benefits: Enjoy 100% childcare discount, extensive training, generous leave, and a workplace pension.
- Other info: Dynamic team with excellent progression opportunities and a focus on mental well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience working with children required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
- Job Details
- We have a fantastic opportunity for an
- Early Years Educator to join our team at
- Acorn Grove Nursery in
- Cheetham Hill, Manchester . Rated
- Good by Ofsted and
9.6 on Day Nurseries.
We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care.
We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that puts children and their families at the heart of our practice and provides excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team.
What We Offer
- 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings)
- Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
- The Alliance has invested in FAMLY reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children.
- A generous workplace pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service.
- Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being
- Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
- A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity.
- Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
- Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets
- A dedicated mental health First aider to support your mental well being
- Job Purpose
- Provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children.
- Be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
- Support the nursery management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the setting’s policies and procedures.
Requirements
- A minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent.
- Proven post-qualification experience of working with children.
Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service.
- Hours per week: 35
- Weeks per year: 39
- Interview date: 4th August 2026
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Early Years Educator in Manchester employer: Nursery World
At Kids Planet Horsforth, we believe in shaping futures with heart and passion, making us an exceptional employer for Early Years Educators. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through accredited training opportunities, a supportive work culture, and generous benefits like 80% childcare discount and enhanced leave policies. Join a team that values care, curiosity, and inclusivity, all while enjoying a vibrant nursery environment with ample outdoor space and a focus on wellbeing.
