Early Years Educator – Level 2

2 days ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom Happy Days Nurseries Full time £21,447 - £29,885 per year

Application Deadline

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Location

Swindon

Salary

up to £25,729.60 per annum

Positions Available

1

Hours per week

40

Job Summary

We're looking for Early Years Educators with experience in child development, committed to supporting children's growth and learning based at our Happy Days Nursery Swindon.

As an Early Years Educator Level 2, you'll be a vital part of our team, dedicated to ensuring consistent, high-quality education within a safe and secure environment within our nurseries.

How will you make a difference?

  • Provide exceptional early years education, supporting each child's development and learning journey.
  • Confidently implement and follow frameworks such as the EYFS to ensure high-quality teaching and care.
  • Meet the daily needs of every child with compassion, attentiveness, and professionalism.
  • Design and deliver stimulating activities that enrich learning and promote holistic development.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers through open and effective communication.
  • Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and safety in every interaction and environment.
  • Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing ideas and insights to positively shape the future of the children in our care.

Who we are looking for:

Early Years Educators qualified to Level 3 who:

  • Have experience with child development and learning and are committed to children's emotional and intellectual growth
  • Communicate confidently, professionally and work collaboratively
  • Work in a way that is inclusive and creates a supportive, respectful environment
  • Is reflective and committed to professional growth
  • Can easily commute to multiple nursery sites within a one-hour radius

And a few nice-to-haves:

  • Paediatric First Aid certification.
  • Experience supporting children with additional needs.
  • Familiarity with digital learning journals or nursery software.

Rewarding careers:

We're committed to nurturing talent and supporting career progression into nursery management roles. Through tailored development plans, mentoring from experienced leaders, and access to accredited training programmes, we empower our team members to grow their leadership skills and take the next step in their careers.

We welcome applicants from under-represented groups including men and offer a competitive range of benefits that aren't just perks—they are part of a culture that puts people first. They support us build a workplace where you're empowered to thrive every day and where you'll feel valued.

What's in it for you?

  • A salary of up to £25, based on a 40 hour FTE)
  • 50% childcare discount
  • Fully funded Blue Light Card Membership
  • Life Assurance
  • Christmas On Us - Up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas closedown
  • An extensive range of Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
  • Structured training, mentoring, and a clear career progression pathway all of which will support your CPD

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care, as such the successful post holder will be required to undergo the required vetting process.

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