Early Years Educator in Hampstead

The First Steps NHS Nursery on the Royal Devon's Wonford site takes children of Royal Devon staff from 3 months to 5 years. The Early Years Educator plans play-based learning under the Early Years Foundation Stage in one of five rooms and keeps records of progress for parents. The role is a condensed full-time pattern over four days, 8am to 6pm, with large outdoor play areas. Qualified Early Years Educators or teachers with early years experience are sought, and a DBS check is required.

What the job involves

• Plan, deliver and reflect on experiences that support children's learning and development
• Create warm, responsive relationships with children and plan inclusive experiences around their interests, care needs and stage of development
• Help create a nurturing environment and deliver high standards of care and education
• Use knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage with colleagues to support children's communication, curiosity and independence
• Make full use of outdoor spaces to help children experience different environments
• Keep accurate records of children's progress and care and share updates with parents and carers
• Plan and run child-led and adult-led activities such as stories, messy play and games
• Lead the room team by organising a learning programme and developing colleagues' skills
• Share ideas with colleagues and keep developing knowledge and practice
• Follow safeguarding procedures and raise concerns promptly
• Support other Childcare Services provision as required

What’s required

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years Educator, or teacher with early years experience

Experience

• Early years experience in a nursery, preschool, school or childminding setting

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children and families
• Ability to plan inclusive experiences around children's interests and care needs
• Commitment to keep learning and growing in practice

Checks & eligibility

• DBS check

What’s offered

• 37.5-hour full-time week condensed over four days
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
• NHS Pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including nursery fees and cycle to work
• Free uniform
• Staff discounts and access to onsite cafes, restaurants and shop
• Funded training and development and career progression
• Free park and ride and Stagecoach travel discount