At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun and engaging learning experiences for young children in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Cockleshell Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 100% childcare discount, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Access extensive training, mental health support, and a vibrant workplace culture.
- 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 experience working with children required.
The predicted salary is between 26770 - 26770 £ per year.
We are seeking an Early Years Educator to join our team at Cockleshell Nursery in Southend‑on‑Sea. The setting is rated Good by Ofsted and scores 9.7 on Day Nurseries.
Responsibilities:
- Provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children.
- Act as a proactive member of the team to create 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.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent.
- Proven post‑qualification experience working with children.
- Ability to undertake an enhanced DBS check (if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service).
Benefits:
- Salary: £26,770 per annum.
- 100% discount on childcare and early education places for staff.
- Extensive training and career progression, including access to the Learning Management System.
- FAMLY support to reduce paperwork and focus more on children.
- Generous workplace pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays; additional leave for long service.
- Birthday leave.
- Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave.
- Recruitment referral payment scheme up to £300.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 helpline, confidential counselling, legal and financial advice, discount and wellbeing resources.
- Savings up to 25% on the O2 Refresh Airtime Plan for new phones or tablets.
- Dedicated mental health first aider.
The Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to equal opportunities in employment. All staff must share this commitment and follow the prescribed policies and procedures to continuously promote a culture of safeguarding and equal opportunities across the whole organisation.
Early Years Educator in Southend-on-Sea employer: The Alliance
At Cockleshell Nursery in Southend-on-Sea, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment for our Early Years Educators. With a strong focus on professional development, generous benefits including 100% discount on childcare, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, we ensure that our team can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
