Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator

Reference: OCT20211267

Category: Children & Families

Location: Bedfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time

Salary: £13,645 - £14,000 Per Annum

Expiry Date: Sun, 24 Oct 2021

Are you an experienced Early Years Educator?

Do you hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Children’s Care, Learning & Development, or equivalent?

Do you have a positive approach to team-working and a hands-on approach to your work?

Would you like to work in a company where your contribution will be valued and you will be treated with respect and kindness?

Queens Park Community Nursery in Bedford admits children aged 6 months to 5 years and is situated in the heart of the community. The setting is privileged to have access to a large outdoor space and is growing in popularity.  Ofsted has rated the nursery as ‘good’ and we have exciting plans on how we will achieve ‘Outstanding’ at the next inspection. 

We are looking for an Early Years Educator. You will be at least level 2 qualified with experience of working with the EYFS and children up to the age of 5 including babies. You will need a positive approach to team working, a ‘hands-on, can-do’ attitude, and an ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults. A competent use of spoken and written English is essential in order to effectively communicate with children, parents, colleagues, and other professionals, and to be able to produce high quality observations for the assessment of children’s development.

You will be well supported by the nursery team who will provide you with a safe and secure environment to work in. We offer family friendly policies, including paid family days, a strong commitment to your continuing professional development, and the opportunity for you to implement your own ideas. If this sounds like a breath of fresh air then please apply!

Salary and hours:

Your hours will be 9am to 4pm. The salary is £13,645 (Level 2 qualified) or £14,000 (Level 3 qualified).

How to apply:

1) We may interview on a rolling basis, so please do not delay sending your application.

2) Please read the full job description attached with the vacancy listing.

3) Please click "Apply" and complete our full application form, taking care to use the "Supporting information" field to explain your match to the person specification in our job description.

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