Qualified Early Years Educator

Full-Time | Part Time

Location: Sandcastles Nursery

Qualification: Level 3 or above in Early Years Education (as per DfE requirements)

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, inspiring, and knowledgeable Early Years Educator to join our growing nursery team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality early education and care, fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child.

As an active member of our team, you will be on the floor, engaging directly with children, implementing our EYFS curriculum, and using your knowledge of child development to create meaningful learning experiences. You will work in close partnership with families and colleagues to ensure every child's individual journey is supported, celebrated, and extended.

What You'll Do

• Deliver Outstanding Learning Experiences: Plan, implement and evaluate engaging, age-appropriate learning opportunities that inspire curiosity and support every area of the EYFS.
• Champion the EYFS: Ensure all practice reflects the EYFS principles, embedding pedagogy that promotes learning through play, exploration, and high-quality interactions.
• Be a Key Person: Build warm, secure relationships with a small group of children and their families, understanding their needs, interests, and next steps.
• Observe, Assess, and Reflect: Track and record children's progress accurately, contributing to their learning journeys and using assessments to plan for next steps.
• Safeguard and Promote Welfare: Always ensure children's safety and wellbeing, following safeguarding policies and maintaining a culture of vigilance and care.
• Work Collaboratively: Support and coach colleagues, contribute ideas, and help create a positive, professional, and reflective team culture.
• Create Inspiring Environments: Contribute to well-organised, stimulating play spaces that encourage independence, exploration, and discovery.
• Engage Families: Develop trusting, open relationships with parents and carers, sharing progress, celebrating achievements, and providing developmental support.
• Commit to Growth: Take part in continuous professional development, keeping your knowledge current with EYFS updates and best practice guidance.

About You

• Qualified: Minimum Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years Education.
• Experienced: Experience within an early years setting, demonstrating sound knowledge of the EYFS and child development.
• Passionate: Deeply committed to providing the very best start in life for every child.
• Reflective: Able to evaluate your own practice and seek opportunities for improvement.
• Team Player: Collaborative, supportive, and professional, with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Reliable & Caring: Always acts with integrity, kindness, and a child-centred focus.

Why Join Us

We value, support, and invest in our people — because great educators create great futures.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Discounted childcare
• Funded Paediatric First Aid and ongoing CPD opportunities
• Access to accredited training and leadership development pathways
• Company pension scheme
• Annual company events

Our Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.

We are an equal opportunities employer - we celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to inspire, nurture, and make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us in giving every child the best possible start in life.

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

Pay: Up to £27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person