Senior Early Years Educator

6 months ago


Colchester, United Kingdom Safari Childcare Full time

**£1000 sign on bonus**

Are you an experienced and dedicated early years professional looking for a rewarding leadership role? Are you passionate about empowering young minds and shaping the future generation? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to join our team at Safari Childcare.

Safari Childcare is a well-established and progressive children's nursery committed to providing exceptional early years education and care. With a focus on fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence, we create an inspiring environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

As a Senior Early Years Educator, you will play a key role in leading and supporting the delivery of high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years.

The position is full time 4-5 days per week. working between the hours of 7am-6.30pm.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:
Providing strong leadership and guidance to the nursery team, including mentoring, and coaching junior staff members.

Planning and implementing a stimulating and enriching curriculum that meets the individual needs and interests of all children.

Conducting regular observations, assessments, and evaluations to track children's progress and inform planning and practice.

Building strong partnerships with parents and carers, maintaining open communication, and involving them in their child's learning journey.

Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, nursery policies, and best practice standards, with a focus on safeguarding and child welfare.

**Requirements**:
Must hold a full and relevant Early Years Qualification Level 3.

Proven experience working in a senior or leadership role within an early year setting.

Strong knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and its implementation.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

A genuine passion for working with young children and a commitment to their holistic development and well-being.

Join us in shaping futures and creating memorable learning experiences at Safari Childcare

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

School type:

- Day nursery

**Education**:

- A-Level or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Nursery: 1 year (required)
- Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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