Nurturing EY Educator (Level 2/3) - Part-Time

To provide high-quality care and early years education for children aged 0-5 years, supporting their learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. The Early Years Educator will work as part of a team to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and build strong partnerships with parents and carers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for all children
• Support children's emotional, physical, and social development
• Act as a key person for a group of children, building secure attachments
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment
• Encourage children's independence and curiosity through play
• Support children with additional needs, working with SENCO where required
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent strategies

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Follow all safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children at all times
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised setting
• Administer first aid where required (if qualified)

Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards
• Support room routines and daily operations
• Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development sessions
• Communicate effectively with team members and management

Parent Partnerships

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers
• Share information about children's development and daily activities
• Support settling-in processes and transitions
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Person Specification

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Experience working with young children (in a nursery or similar setting)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Paediatric First Aid certificate
• Experience as a key person
• Knowledge of special educational needs (SEN)
• Food hygiene certificate
• Allergy Awareness certificate

Key Skills & Attributes

• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good organisational skills
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development

Additional Information

• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
• Ongoing training and professional development is expected
• Flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the setting
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions that they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Do you want to work in a forward-thinking and inspirational Pre School where you can contribute to our vision? Do you have the drive, passion, and enthusiasm we are looking for? If so, Walton Pre School are looking for you. We have highly skilled staff, large spacious classrooms, a stimulating outside hard surface garden, and a fantastic forest school area with an outdoor classroom. We have fun whilst learning and create the most amazing opportunities for our children. We value our staff's wellbeing and provide support, guidance, and a dedicated wellbeing support officer as well as free snacks and drinks, free uniform, access to free high-quality training, and an environment where we support career progression.

We are open for 39 weeks of the year from 08.45 to 3.30. We have a capacity of 52 children presently. We are a small dedicated team who strive to improve the educational outcomes for children as well as extending the children's life experiences through visits, outings, and in-house opportunities.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.