Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Educator to join our team in Moortown, Leeds. Come and join us for a positive and supportive workplace, where we value each person's input!

This role involves nurturing and supporting the development of young children in a safe, stimulating, and caring environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for early childhood education. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives in nurturing setting amongst a team that cares, whilst you develop a career.

You'll be adaptable and a good team worker, working full-time across 4 days per week, with hours between 8am and 6.30pm. We will offer you a great benefits package plus training for continuous professional development. We also offer an employer contributed pension scheme, free food for lunch, a health insurance scheme covering eyes and dentist, extra leave days and dedicated training days!

Just so you're aware, as part of our vetting procedure for safer recruitment, we will ask you to complete a company job application form; we will seek references; and we will consult social media.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging educational activities tailored to the developmental needs of children aged from birth to four years Foster a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and social skills Monitor and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records of their development Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support each child's individual learning journey Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing standards are consistently upheld in accordance with regulatory requirements Manage daily routines including meal times, playtimes, and rest periods Supervise and guide junior staff or trainees as part of leadership responsibilities Maintain a clean, organised, and stimulating learning environment

Requirements

Proven experience working with children in a childcare or nursery setting Strong knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written Demonstrated management and leadership abilities within a childcare environment Childcare qualifications or relevant early childhood education certifications are highly desirable Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Commitment to safeguarding children's wellbeing and adhering to all regulatory standards
This role provides an enriching environment for those passionate about early childhood development and eager to contribute positively to young children's formative years.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.25-13.75 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 38 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person