Qualified Nursery Educator

*We are hiring in Brighton and Steyning*

Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned company that operates six nurseries in the South Coast. Our purpose is to ensure children have the best start in life through outstanding education and care. At Pumpkin Patch we aim to create an environment where children can achieve, belong and thrive. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian Forest School approaches and are looking for someone who shares the same passion.

This role requires: a NVQ Level 3 in Child Care and Education or equivalent, previous experience of caring for, or working with children aged 0-5 including experience in a Baby Room for the role at Brighton, a good understanding of Early Years education and care, the ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and a genuine passion for giving children the best possible start in life.

What we offer

• Paid breaks
• Flexible working
• Discounted childcare
• Annual pay enhancements
• Real living wage employer
• Bonus and voucher schemes
• Company-funded qualifications
• Two-week induction programme
• Educational tours to Italy and Iceland
• Summer and Christmas social events
• Christmas to new years off every year
• Charity of the year and fundraising activities
• Mental health and wellbeing representatives
• Paid overtime up to 5 hours per week then TOIL
• In-house workshops for continuous development
• Participation in nursery outings such as beach school

The Role of a Pumpkin Patch Educator requires:

Collaborate with Outdoor Leaders, Artists and other colleagues to provide exceptional education by engaging children in exciting educational activities that promote their development.

Assist apprentices in their learning by involving them in your work, supporting their growth, and motivating them to become excellent practitioners.

Design stimulating educational activities that cater to children's developmental needs and interests, both indoors and outdoors.

Establish strong relationships with families to foster a positive connection between the nursery and home.

Adhere to the organisation's policies and procedures.

This is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list.

Job Details

Salary: £26,624 - £26,832

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Job Hours: 40 Hours Per Week (Educator)

UK Level 3 Early Years Education Qualification (required)

Work Location:

37 Preston Drove, Brighton BN1 6LA

1 & 2 Chanctonfold, Horsham Road, Steyning BN44 3AA

Safeguarding

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and ensures all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Pumpkin Patch have robust safeguarding and safer recruitment policies and procedures to ensure all positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.

The position for which you are applying involves contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amendments (England and Wales). For this position you are not entitled to withhold information about police cautions and convictions that have been made against you. Including any that would otherwise be considered 'spent' under the Act.

For further information

Please contact Lucy Dann our HR and Recruitment Administrator on for further information or an application form. CV's will not be accepted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,624.00-£26,832.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• How many years Nursery experience do you have?
• Which childcare qualification do you have?

Work Location: In person