Early Years Educator Nursery Practitioner

Duties:
**Early Years Educator**

We are looking for both Qualified and Unqualified staff to join our very supportive team here at Moon River Nursery, where everyone is valued and opportunities for development are available to all.

Staff here at the nursery want you to know that they feel valued and that everyone is on an equal footing in terms of their thoughts and feelings, which are always recognised.

Staff who have recently joined our team say they are bowled over by the kindness showed to the children, parents and staff.

They appreciate that everyone is hands on and that everyone works as a team and that shifts can be negotiable if the need arises.

They appreciate the personal handovers to parents and enjoy the high level of engagement between the parents and the nursery.

They have found their Induction period to be thoughtful and thorough and they have found the support from colleagues to be amazing,

So, if you have worked in early years before and have had a break, or you are currently working in early years and would like a change please get in touch. For those of you who have never worked in childcare, and would be interested in changing occupation, come and give it a go, its amazing

We look forward to hearing from you.

What we can offer you:

- Competitive salaries depending on qualifications and experience
- 36 annual leave days per year; 25 bookable, plus bank holidays and a week at Christmas
- 5 paid sickness days per year once you have passed your probation.
- Extra two days holiday once you have worked with us for 5 years
- Free secure off-street parking, CCTV monitored
- NHS Top up Scheme
- Free uniform
- Company pension scheme
- Fully funded training opportunities
- A fantastic and passionate team to work alongside
- Regular team bonding activities
- Christmas staff party

About us:
At Moon River Nursery we see the children as curious individuals who can lead their learning through their interests. The environment, the practitioner and the family all have a vital part to play in supporting the children’s growth. At Moon River Nursery, we are always keen to meet outstanding early years practitioners and teachers who have the same passion for providing excellent childcare and education as we do. We would love to hear from highly experienced and qualified practitioners who believe in the importance of a child led approach to learning.

In return, we offer great benefits and a lovely environment to work in.

About your role: key responsibilities.
- Must hold a minimum of a relevant level 3 qualification in Childcare.
- Organize and supervise age-appropriate play activities.
- Ensure all children receive high quality care and encourage and assist children in their play and learning experiences.
- Monitor and assess children’s development and wellbeing.
- Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Ensure all children in your care are safe and happy and have a clean and organised play area to enjoy.
- Collaborate with the other team members to plan and implement play-based curriculum.
- You must meet Ofsted requirements and ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to.

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide 2 references.

This job description gives a general indication of the range of work undertaken and will vary in detail because of changing demands and priorities within the nursery.

Safeguarding Statement:
Please send us your CV we would be delighted to hear from you

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent.

**Salary**: £13.21 hourly rate for qualified staff

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide 2 references.

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

Pay: £13.21 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Education**:

- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 2 years (required)
- Nursery: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- A full and relevant childcare qualification (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/06/2025
Reference ID: Nursery Practitioner/Educator
Expected start date: 01/08/2025