Level 3 Nursery Educator (Toddler Room)
Full Time £28,080 - £29,120 / yearJob Overview
Role Purpose
To provide high-quality care and early education for children aged 0–5 years in line with the EYFS framework and Little Elms’ Four Pillars curriculum.
The Level 3 Educator will ensure children are safe, stimulated, and supported to thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally within a warm, professional environment.
Essential Requirements
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (as recognised by the DfE).
- Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS check.
Personal Attributes
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (as recognised by the DfE).
- We are looking for someone who is:
Calm, nurturing, and professional.
Organised and proactive.
Reflective and open to development.
Committed to high standards.
Passionate about early years education. What We Offer
- Supportive leadership team.
Ongoing professional development.
Clear progression pathways.
A structured curriculum model.
Staff appreciation initiatives.
Pension scheme.
Competitive salary.
- Supportive leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
1. Quality of Care & Safeguarding
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times.
- Follow safeguarding policies and procedures in line with statutory guidance.
- Maintain accurate accident, incident, and welfare records.
- Promote positive behaviour using consistent and respectful strategies.
- Adhere to hygiene, health and safety, and mealtime standards.
2. Teaching & Learning
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS.
- Implement Little Elms’ Four Pillars:
- Little Athletes – physical development and outdoor learning
- Little Artists – creativity and expressive arts
- Little Innovators – STEM and curiosity-led learning
- Little Well-Beings – emotional literacy and wellbeing
- Little Athletes – physical development and outdoor learning
- Observe, assess and track children’s development.
- Contribute to planning meetings and reflective practice.
- Support children with SEND, following IEPs and external professional guidance.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Desirable
- Experience working in a busy nursery setting.
Knowledge of SEND and inclusive practice.
Experience supporting quality improvement or room leadership.