Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator- Atelier Nursery

Start the new year in a place that values your ideas, your voice, and your love for early years

We are seeking a creative, nurturing and curious educator who believes children deserve rich, meaningful learning experiences? Do you thrive in environments where your ideas are valued and your passion can truly shine?

Atelier Nursery is an Ofsted rated Outstanding, Reggio-inspired early years setting where childhood is celebrated, creativity is prioritised, and educators are seen as co-researchers alongside the children. Our beautiful, light-filled, carefully curated spaces, that are connected to nature and the outdoors all day support children to explore, investigate and express themselves in a hundred languages.

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.

What You'll Do

• Build warm, responsive relationships with children and families
• Co-construct learning experiences inspired by children's interests
• Create environments rich in beauty, natural resources, and sensory opportunities
• Collaborate closely with our atelierista and wider team to bring projects to life
• Document learning in meaningful and reflective ways
• Contribute your unique creativity, curiosity and voice to our ever evolving practice

What We're Looking For

• A passionate educator with experience in Early Years
• Someone who values creativity, connection and child-led learning
• An individual who is reflective, open-minded and eager to grow
• A practitioner excited by the Reggio Emilia Approach, or keen to learn more
• A team player who thrives in a supportive & welcoming environment

How to Apply

We would love to hear from you, call and chat to Clare or Beth for more details and arrange a visit.

Start your next chapter at Atelier Nursery and be part of a team that is shaping the future of early years education.

Terms & Conditions

To thrive in your role we ask that you:

· Hold a Level 3 Early Years Qualification

· Be experienced in working in a nursery environment.

In return we offer:

· £25,200 pa based on 37 hours per week

· Four day working week- imagine an extra day off just for you

· Bespoke Training and Development Package

· Employee Support Programme

· Fully Paid Social Events

· Discounted Childcare

· Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge, including the opportunity to apply for a 7-day study tour in Reggio Emilia, Italy.

· Five weeks annual leave + bank holidays.

How to Apply

We would love to hear from you, call and chat to Clare or Beth for more details and arrange a visit.

Start your next chapter at Atelier Nursery and be part of a team that is shaping the future of early years education.

Atelier Nursery is committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children; an enhanced DBS check and references will be required for the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person