Part-Time Early Years Educator (Level 2 or 3) - £500 Welcome Bonus

St. George's Nursery • Leicester, MA

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About The Position

St. George’s Nursery is hiring qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Educators on a part-time basis. Educators support children’s confidence, curiosity and development through play, imagination and exploration, following the EYFS framework. The nursery is a family-run group that has cared for children for more than three decades and was named one of the Top 20 Nursery Groups in 2024. Its settings are described as bright, homely places where staff are trusted, appreciated and given opportunities to develop. New starters receive a £500 welcome bonus.

Requirements

• Hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Understand the EYFS and know how to keep children safe.
• Be warm, upbeat and genuinely excited about children’s development.
• Bring energy and kindness to a team.
• Be looking for a part-time role.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a nursery or childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Act as key person for a small group of children, getting to know each child and nurturing their development.
• Create playful, meaningful learning experiences that follow the EYFS framework.
• Keep the room safe, calm and full of things for children to discover.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families and teammates.
• Notice and record each child’s milestones and next steps.
• Work closely with colleagues to provide consistently brilliant care.

Benefits

• £500 welcome bonus for new starters.
• A dedicated buddy and mentor from the first day.
• Funded training, CPD and specialist early years courses.
• Clear routes to progress a career within the group.
• A paid Wellbeing Day every year.
• Annual black-tie staff awards evening.
• Discounted childcare.
• Workplace pension.
• Uniform provided free of charge.
• Regular team socials, recognition awards and wellbeing initiatives.
• A friendly, supportive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed