Job Description

Baby Room Educator - Start the New Year With a Role That Truly Matters

Begin 2026 in a setting where your deep understanding of babies, gentle presence, and your reflective practice are truly valued.

Atelier Nursery is a family-run, Reggio-inspired early years setting where

relationships

form the foundation of everything we do. In our Baby Room, we offer calm, beautiful and responsive environments that honour the earliest stages of development. We see babies as competent, connected, and capable -- deserving of rich, nurturing, sensory learning experiences from the very beginning.

We offer a unique and

enriching environment

for our children, holding a

passion

for early education and promoting high levels of child

well-being

, through our unique

key-person approach

and

project-based

curriculum. We value the importance of building strong

relationships

with children, parents, and staff, fostering a

supportive

and

inclusive environment

. Our

free flow

and

mixed-aged

setting is built upon a child-centred ethos, where every child is seen as

capable

,

competent

, and full of

potential

. We believe in fostering a

love for learning

, encouraging exploration, and valuing each child's

unique

interests and abilities.

We are searching for a

warm, attentive and highly skilled Baby Room Educator

who understands the importance of secure attachments, high-quality interactions and following each child's individual rhythm.

What You'll Do

Build secure, trusting attachments with young babies and their families Provide highly responsive, attuned and consistent care routines Create calming, sensory-rich environments that support curiosity and exploration Observe and follow each child's cues, interests and developmental rhythms Work closely with our Atelierista and wider team to embed creativity, natural materials and meaningful experiences into the "Nest" Document learning in reflective, intuitive and gentle ways Ensure high standards of care, safety and well-being at all times Contribute your nurturing presence, patience and expertise to our "Nest" team

What We're Looking For

A passionate Educator with a strong understanding of infant development and care Someone who values connection, attachment and relationship-led practice An individual who is calm, responsive, patient and deeply observant Someone who is excited by the Reggio Emilia Approach Experience working specifically with babies A team player who thrives in a gentle, supportive and collaborative environment

Terms & Conditions

To thrive in this role, we ask that you:

Hold a Level 3 Early Years Qualification Have experience working with babies within a nursery environment

In return, we offer:

25,200 per year (37 hours per week) A four-day working week - your well-being matters too Bespoke Baby Room Training & Development Package Employee Support Programme Fully Paid Social Events Discounted Childcare Opportunities for professional development, including the chance to apply for a 7-day study tour in Reggio Emilia, Italy Five weeks annual leave + bank holidays
Atelier Nursery is committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children; an enhanced DBS check and references will be required.

How to Apply

We'd love to meet you.
Call

01225 447992

and speak with

Clare or Beth

to find out more or arrange an informal visit.

Start your next chapter at Atelier Nursery and nurture the very beginning of each child's journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person