Level 3 Nursery Early Years Educator
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What you'll do
- Work alongside a dedicated team in a family-friendly setting
- Encourage children to explore, play, and learn through imaginative and engaging experiences
- Act as a key person in a nursery or early years setting
What they're looking for
- A full and relevant early years qualification to a minimum of Level 3 or higher, as defined by the Department for Education on the Early Years Qualifications List.
- Enhanced DBS disclosure within the child workforce sector registered on the update service.
- Paediatric 12-hour First Aid certificate.
- Relevant safeguarding training and qualifications.
- Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
- Previous experience as a key person in a nursery or early years setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children and families.
- Enthusiastic, nurturing, and dedicated to supporting children’s learning.
- Able to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team environment.
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Full description from employer
Position: Early Years Educator (Level 3 or above)
Location: Banana Moon Day Nursery, Tunbridge Wells
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Do you have a genuine passion for early years education and child development?
Are you qualified to Level 3 or above in Childcare?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Be a Part of Something Amazing: Join Our Nursery!
Banana Moon Day Nursery in Tunbridge Wells is looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and caring Early Years Educator to join our friendly and growing team on a Full-time basis. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a nurturing, happy, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, play, and learn through imaginative and engaging experiences.
As an Early Years Educator, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team in a family-friendly setting that is trusted by parents and loved by children.
About You
We believe the best educators are passionate, fun, and love what they do. You’ll fit right in if:
- You have a huge smile and can make every child feel seen, loved, and supported.
- Dressing up and going on daily adventures sounds like your ideal workday.
- You don’t mind being covered in paint, glitter, or the occasional sticker.
- You’ve mastered the art of getting little ones to nap at the same time.
- Your playdough skills are top-notch.
- You’re always prepared for sniffles, snuggles, and spontaneous questions.
- You’ll remember every child’s name — and possibly their pets’ and teddy bears’ too.
Requirements
We are seeking candidates with expertise, passion, and dedication to early years education. Ideal candidates will have:
- A full and relevant early years qualification to a minimum of Level 3 or higher, as defined by the Department for Education on the Early Years Qualifications List.
- Enhanced DBS disclosure within the child workforce sector registered on the update service.
- Paediatric 12-hour First Aid certificate.
- Relevant safeguarding training and qualifications.
- Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
- Previous experience as a key person in a nursery or early years setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children and families.
- Enthusiastic, nurturing, and dedicated to supporting children’s learning.
- Able to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team environment.
Benefits
- Welcome Bonus- after successful probation- ask for more details.
- Discounted Childcare – priority care for your little ones.
- Black Tie Staff Event & Yearly Awards Ceremony – we celebrate achievements together.
- Dinner at Staff Meetings & Free Meals During Shifts – fuel up while growing together.
- Opportunities for Training and Professional Development – grow your skills and career.
- BUPA Mental Health Support Line – your wellbeing matters.
- On-site, Free Parking – easy and convenient access.
- Supportive, Family-Feel Work Environment – where your work truly matters.
- A Fun, Nurturing Work Environment – where you can make a real difference.
- Banana Moon Curriculum (ELDP) – bespoke early learning programme focusing on children, parents, and staff while reducing paperwork so you can prioritise quality interactions.
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
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