Early Years Educator
5 days ago
Woodford Green
Early Years Practitioner/Senior Early Years Practitioner \n South Woodford & Woodford Green \n Up to £33,400 per annum + £2,000 bonus \n Looking for a better nursery role with real progression, strong team support and excellent benefits? \n Join a well-established, high-quality Early Years nursery offering up to £33,400 salary, bonuses and a genuinely supportive working environment. \n Great Starts Recruitment are currently recruiting for multiple Level 3 Nursery Practitioners / Senior Nursery Practitioners to join a high-quality Early Years nursery in South Woodford and Woodford Green. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years Educator, Nursery Nurse or Nursery Practitioner looking to progress within a supportive, well-established nursery group. \n Key Information \n\n • Full-time, permanent role\n, • 36 hours over 4 days or 45 hours over 5 days\n, • Shifts between 8am–6pm\n, • Salary up to £33,400 per year\n, • Performance bonus up to £2,000\n\n Role Overview \n As a Nursery Nurse / Early Years Educator, you will deliver high-quality childcare and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will support children’s learning, development and well-being while ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS\n, • Support children’s development against Early Learning Goals\n, • Act as a Key Person, completing observations and assessments\n, • Monitor progress and support individual learning needs\n, • Support children with SEN, EAL and additional needs\n, • Build strong parent partnerships and communicate effectively\n, • Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating nursery environment\n, • Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times\n, • Work as part of a team to deliver outstanding Early Years practice\n\n Requirements \n\n • Level 3 Childcare Qualification (essential)\n, • Minimum 1 year nursery or Early Years experience\n, • Strong knowledge of EYFS framework\n, • Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain)\n, • Paediatric First Aid (desirable)\n, • Excellent communication skills\n, • Must live locally or be able to travel to Woodford/South Woodford\n, • No sponsorship available\n\n Salary & Benefits \n\n • Up to £33,400 salary\n, • Up to £2,000 performance bonus\n, • Up to 32 days holiday\n, • Additional Christmas closure days\n, • Birthday day off\n, • Paid sick leave (up to 10 days)\n, • Full uniform provided\n, • Daily well-being breaks\n, • Regular team events and recognition\n, • Clear career progression opportunities\n\n Why Apply? \n\n • Supportive, friendly team environment\n, • Strong focus on staff well-being\n, • Excellent progression opportunities\n, • Well-established, reputable nursery group\n\n If you would like to apply or find out more, please get in touch with Great Starts Recruitment today.