Job Description

Welcome to Scallywags -

a finalist in the national, Nursery World Awards!

Interested in joining our team?

Here at Scallywags, we pride ourselves on fostering a strong and supportive team of Early Years Educators, with an experienced, committed and long standing team.

We know how rewarding the Early Years sector is, and the impact you'll have on the lives of the children you work with will be deeply valued and recognised at Scallywags. Our ethos is simple, for both children and staff: We treat everyone with equality, dignity, value, and worth. At Scallywags, we celebrate individuality.

When you join our team, you'll dive right in, no thumb-twiddling here! Surrounded by some of the best Educators in the business, you'll quickly feel part of a close knit, passionate group. We believe you'll love our work culture, and you'll soon find yourself making lifelong friends with colleagues who make work feel a little less 'worky.'

We understand the importance of work-life balance. Whether it's more time with your family, the chance to pursue a hobby, tackle those to-do lists, or just relax on the sofa, we're here to support your needs for flexibility. We've always embraced a family-focused, flexible way of working with varied weekly shifts and contract hours.

We're currently offering a full-time position with options of:

- 35 hours over a 4-day work week

- 40 hours over a 5-day work week (with two half days!)

All our contracts include early finishes or mornings off.

Salary dependent on qualification and contracted hours.

We do not offer Term Time Only contracts due to being close to (or at!) capacity all year round.

So, what's on offer?

- A 4-day work week, early finishes, late starts, flexible hours for appointments, weekends off, evenings off, and bank holidays off? Absolutely!

- Discounted childcare (if needed)

- Provided uniform

- Onsite parking, secure bike locks, and a bus stop conveniently located outside the campus

- Discounted gym membership at the onsite gym

- On site 'Full of Beans' coffee shop - stocked with snacks, fresh fruit, and freshly ground coffee, hot chocolate, ice coffee and soft drinks!

- Training opportunities to help you grow as an Educator

- Regular team treats like Pick & Mix, cakes, and doughnuts.

- Team-building events and Christmas parties

- Part of a nationally recognised setting

- You'll likely make some great friends here - most people do!

Scallywags is rated

GOOD

by OFSTED (2024) and even higher by our parents and carers, here is some Parent and Carer Feedback, you can see more in our reviews:

"To me Scallywags has been like our extended family, always there no matter what life throws at us" "For a moment, purely for convenience, we considered moving, however, we quickly realised there was no where else quite like Scallywags and therefore, we could not do it. You were worth the extra journey and more!" "If I could give them more than 5 stars I would. It's a lovely bright setting and many staff have been there from when my daughter attended over 7 years ago" "All the staff are fabulous in their work and you can tell that you all love your job with all the smiling faces, even during the difficult period of COVID19, your commitment and dedication to our children was exemplary"

So you've read this far, who are we looking for?

We're seeking someone with an NVQ Level 2, NVQ Level 3, or above to join our team. If you share our positive, can-do attitude, we'd love to hear from you! There are fantastic opportunities for progression at Scallywags, with many of our Leaders and Deputies starting as Apprentices, Educators or even as children here themselves!

Your role will include, but not be limited to:

Ensuring all Scallywags families are included, welcomed and their needs are met. Providing an appropriate Early Learning experience, that is tailored to each individual child. To ensure each child's welfare needs are met. To maintain safe, productive and professional environment. Be familiar with Scallywags policies and procedures.

So what's next?

If you're an Early Years Educator, Practitioner, Nursery Assistant (whatever your current title!) and you're passionate about Early Years education and making a real impact on children's lives - we can't wait to hear from you!

Returning to the sector?

There is a new government initiative designed to support recruitment in the early years sector. You may be eligible for a 1,000 tax-free bonus, paid 6 months after taking up your post.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 22,300.00-26,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dorset: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Childcare qualification (NVQ Level 2, 3 or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person