Qualified Early Years Educator

Subject: Exciting Opportunity at Daffodils Outdoor Nursery – Level 3 Early Years Educator

If you have a passion for outdoor learning and child-led play, this could be the perfect opportunity for you At Daffodils, we follow the Scandinavian Forest School philosophy, embracing the great outdoors as our classroom—whatever the weather

Hours: Mon-Thurs (7:45am-5:45pm)

Location: Arthingworth, Market Harborough, LE16 8JT

If this sounds like something you'd love to be a part of, I'd be delighted to chat Please give me a call at your earliest convenience.

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Looking forward to hearing from you soon

"The best classroom and the richest cupboard is roofed only by the sky." – Margaret McMillan

LEVEL 3 EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR

HOURS: Full time Monday to Thursday, 7:30/7:45-5:45pm

Start date: asap

WHAT YOU WILL OFFER

PASSION

You may not already have experience in an outdoor setting but you will be passionate about providing teaching and learning opportunities in the outdoor environment for all children. You will share our passion for inclusivity, child led learning, and our environmentally friendly values.

EXPERIENCE

You will already have experience working with under 5's in a nursery setting, preferably with a similar ethos to that of our own or have the passion to learn and adapt to a new way of working quickly. You will also hold a minimum level 2 full and relevant childcare qualification.

CREATIVITY

This isn't about being able to make beautiful displays or draw pictures. You will be able to think on your feet and outside the box. You will be great at problem solving and will be solution focussed. You will want to create exciting play environments for the children.

ORGANISATION

You will be able to organise your time so that you can meet the needs of all children whilst also monitoring and supporting their progress and development. You will work well within a team and communicate effectively.

WHY COME AND JOIN DAFFODILS?

WORK LIFE BALANCE

We are open for 48 weeks a year (2 week closure period at Christmas and 1 week over Summer, as well as all bank holidays and additional holiday to suit you). Our nursery is closed on a Friday so you also get a 3 day weekend EVERY WEEKEND

CARE

A caring and supportive working environment where you will be valued for the amazing work that you do, supporting and teaching children. Our staff are our best resource, and we make sure they know it This is an environment where all children and staff are treated with respect.

PROGRESSION

Opportunities to progress and take on additional responsibilities within the nursery should you wish. We support and encourage continuing professional development and further training

TIME

Paperwork time away from the children at the end of the day so that when children are in attendance, you can focus on being the best teacher you can be, enhancing and extending learning and development.

VALUE

Staff treats including a Christmas Party, Summer Party and team bonding days/workshops. A unique working environment that is not only the best way for the children, but also for our staff team who benefit from the positive impact the outdoors has on their mental health and well-being.

OPPORTUNITY AND CHALLENGE

The opportunity to learn more about the natural world alongside the children. New challenges such as becoming confident with and teaching woodwork, sewing, fire lighting, risky play and outdoor cooking.

Application deadline: applications will close once we find the right person to join our team, so please apply asap if you wish to be considered

Rates of pay for all positions is dependant upon experience and qualifications and will be discussed at the interview stage.All applications are subject to DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Email or contact us on but not on a Friday, because we won't be there ;-)

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in early years education settings.
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote development and learning.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive community.
• Monitor and assess children's progress, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with other educators and staff to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Uphold health and safety regulations to ensure the well-being of all children.

JOB TITLE: EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR

BASED: DAFFODILS OUTDOOR NURSERY

RESPONSIBLE TO: NURSERY MANAGER/DEPUTY MANAGER

RESPONSIBLE FOR: · APPRENTICE NURSERY EDUCATORS

· PLAYWORKERS

· VOLUNTEERS

· STUDENT PLACEMENT

· WORK EXPERIENCE STUDENTS

JOB PURPOSE: To provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children attending the nursery and to maintain a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment. She/he will be responsible for curriculum planning within the nursery. S/he will support managing the provision, in the absence of the Nursery Manager

MAIN DUTIES:

1. To supervise relevant staff on a daily basis.

2. To supervise volunteers, students on placements and work experience in the nursery.

3. To supervise the children where appropriate and to protect them from dangerous or harmful situations.

4. To share any child protection concerns immediately with the Nursery Manager

5. To provide a high level of care that will enhance the children's general health and well-being.

6. To lead and be responsible for a specific role within the nursery to be assigned by the manager, for example, Health and Safety.

7. To act as a key person to a small group of children and to ensure their needs are reflected in the planning of routines and activities.

8. To be aware of children's special educational needs and ensure staff support these children effectively.

9. To keep informative, accurate and up-to-date records, including records of progress and any behavioural or developmental reports.

10. To liaise regularly with parents/carers about their children's needs, interests and progress.

11. To maintain a safe working environment for both staff and children. This will involve light cleaning duties and ground/garden maintenance due to the nature of our outdoor setting.

12. To arrange and attend parents'/carers' meetings to allow two-way discussion of their children's progress. This may involve working overtime to meet the needs of parents/carers.

13. To contribute to and attend his/her supervisions and staff appraisal.

14. To contribute to staff supervisions and appraisals alongside the manager where required

15. To attend regular team meetings.

16. To liaise and work in partnership with other agencies, both statutory and voluntary, where appropriate.

17. To attend any conferences, training events or meetings as identified by the Nursery Manager and to keep up to date with current good practice.

18. To adhere to the nursery's policies and code of practice on confidentiality.

19. To promote the ethos of the nursery setting at all times.

20. To perform any other duties as deemed necessary by the Nursery Manager

*This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person