Job Description

Job Summary

Early Years Teacher - Pedagogical Lead at Kingwood Children

Location:

Uffculme or Muddifords, Mid Devon

Salary:

Dependent on experience

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

About Us:

At Kingwood Children, we believe in the magic of childhood. Established in 2010 by Claire and Trevor Dancer, our two unique settings in Mid Devon are nature-based environments where children thrive through play, adventure, and connection with the natural world. Our ethos centres on fostering curiosity, creativity, and a deep love for learning.

The Role:

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Teacher to join our team as a Pedagogical Lead. In this role you will:

Plan and deliver engaging, child-led activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Support the development and implementation of our nature-based curriculum. Mentor and guide fellow practitioners, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Build strong relationships with families to support each child's development.

Why Choose a Nursery Setting?

Working in a nursery offers unique advantages over traditional school environments:

Child-Centred Learning:

Flexibility to design activities based on children's interests, promoting engagement and enthusiasm.

Stronger Family Connections:

Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with families, enhancing collaborative support for children's development.

Dynamic Work Environment:

Each day brings new experiences, fostering creativity and adaptability.

Professional Growth:

Access to diverse training and career progression pathways within the early years sector.

Benefits of Working with Us:

We value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and professional growth:

Wellbeing Support:

Access to a health and wellbeing programme, including mental health resources and support.

Professional Development:

Ongoing training opportunities, including in-house and external courses.

Childcare Discount:

30% discounted childcare for your own children.

Work-Life Balance:

Company-wide closure over Christmas to spend quality time with loved ones.

Team Events:

Regular social events to foster team cohesion and celebrate our achievements.

Beautiful Setting:

Work in a stunning rural environment that serves as our extended classroom.

Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent early years qualification. Experience in early years education, with a passion for nature-based learning. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Join Us:

If you're ready to inspire young minds and contribute to a setting where childhood is cherished and nature is a teacher, we would love to hear from you.

Experience the joy of guiding young explorers in a place where learning is an adventure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 31,616.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Ped Lead