Early Years Educator
Job description
Early Years Educator – Nursery in Devon
Location: Devon
Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Bank (flexible hours available)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Are you passionate about working with young children and supporting their early development? We are currently seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator to join a friendly and well-established nursery team in Devon.
About the Role:
As an Early Years Educator, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years. You will work alongside experienced practitioners to plan and implement engaging activities that support children’s learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Your responsibilities will include observing and assessing children’s progress, supporting their emotional and physical needs, and liaising with parents and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for each child.
Key Responsibilities:
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Delivering stimulating and age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
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Observing and assessing children’s progress and planning next steps.
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Providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
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Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
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Maintaining accurate records and supporting the nursery’s policies and procedures.
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Participating in team meetings and professional development opportunities.
Requirements:
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Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare, Education, or equivalent.
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Experience working with children aged 0-5 years.
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A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to early years education.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Willingness to work flexibly, including some Bank Holidays as required.
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Ability to undergo a DBS check.
Why Join Us?
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Friendly, supportive team environment.
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Opportunities for professional development and training.
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Competitive salary and flexible working hours.
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Chance to make a real difference in children’s early learning and development.
If you are committed to providing exceptional early years care and education and want to be part of a nurturing nursery environment, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please apply with a copy of your CV and a memebr of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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