At a Glance
- Tasks: Facilitate outdoor play and learning, creating a safe and inclusive environment for children.
- Company: Innovative nursery group pioneering outdoor learning in forest nurseries.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, mental health support, and 30% off childcare.
- Other info: Enjoy team parties, career growth opportunities, and access to training programs.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while enjoying nature and fresh air.
- Qualifications: Passion for early years education and ability to work collaboratively.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29120 £ per year.
We believe in creating extraordinary early experiences for children by pioneering outdoor learning in our forest nurseries. As an Educator at our Guildford nursery, you will be working with our supportive and passionate team creating our unique outdoor learning environment providing children the opportunity to thrive.
Responsibilities & Expectations
- Facilitate outdoor play and learning in all weather.
- Create a safe and inclusive environment where children can be resilient and confident to explore.
- Respond to the needs of the children in line with the EYFS framework.
- Observe and document children’s progress, tailoring activities to meet their individual needs.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a supportive and positive team culture.
- Build strong parent partnerships.
Benefits
- We are an innovative and ambitious nursery group providing you the ability to make an impact and have career growth opportunities.
- 24/7 access to virtual GP appointments and mental health support.
- Access to our YuLife app rewarding you for looking after your wellbeing with coins to spend at your favourite stores and exclusive discount codes.
- We get to spend our days outdoors in nature and fresh air!
- We offer competitive sector salaries and opportunities for bonuses.
- We will give you a cash bonus for each new family you bring to the nursery.
- We will give you £400 for helping us find great new permanent teammates.
- We will fund you to achieve further qualifications and Forest School training as well as access to our Owlcademy and Leaders in the Wings program.
- We have 3 owlsome INSET days together.
- You get a paid sick day allowance.
- Upon 2 years service you will receive extra holiday allowance.
- You can take an optional break time of 30min or 45min.
- You will receive clothing and accessories including boots, beanie and neck warmer.
- We give you 30% off childcare.
- You will get access to counselling service.
- We love having team parties and hangouts.
Early Years Educator in Guildford employer: Outdoor Owls, Ltd.
As a Nursery Area Manager with us, you'll join an innovative nursery group that prioritises outdoor learning and exceptional early years experiences. We foster a supportive work culture that values collaboration and creativity, offering flexible working hours, competitive salaries, and unique benefits like access to mental wellbeing support and generous childcare discounts. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a warm community atmosphere, your leadership will truly make a difference in the lives of children and families across our nurseries in Surrey.
