Early Years Educator- London Fields Nursery & Pre-School

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  • Full Time
  • E8 4JS
  • London Fields Nursery and Pre-School
  • 40 hours a week

Job Details

  • Job Posted: 3 months ago
  • Hours: 40 hours a week
  • Salary: £21,000- £21,700
  • Qualification: Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years
  • Location: Wilde Close
    Hackney
    London E8 4JS
  • Bus Routes: 26, 149
  • Stations: Haggerston, London Fields

Job Description

Our charming London Fields Nursery are seeking a motivated Early Years Educator to join their fun and vibrant team (Monday-Friday). The nursery is an important community hub, providing much-needed support for local families. London Fields is a  bright and spacious nursery that allows children to explore and develop their learning in the best way possible.

We are recruiting for an Early Years Educators who can create inspiring experiences for our children, whilst establishing a nurturing environment and encouraging bravery and curiosity in our children’s development. Our Early Years educators excel in teamwork and help support the nursery as it grows into a truly fascinating setting for our children

Job Requirements

  • Level 3 or above in Early Years Childcare or equivalent
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and how this is monitored in a nursery setting.
  • At least 12 months experience working in an early year’s setting
  • To champion LEYF’s values and advocate our mission to save the world one child at a time.
  • To encourage a supportive team atmosphere and the ability to work together in a positive and compassionate way.
  • To continually strive for best practices in yourself and inspiring others.
  • To be dedicated to achieving the highest standard of education and care
  • Have a passion for making a difference in their communities.
  • A child centered approach to teaching using creative and exciting methods to engage and stimulate

Working at London Fields Nursery and Pre-School

  • Beautiful, unique environment
  • A ‘home away from home’
  • Experienced manager and very welcoming team
  • 40 Place setting

Age Range: BIRTH-5 years
OFSTED Rating: Good

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London Fields (formerly Market) Gallery

Staff Benefits

We know it's our team that makes LEYF great. When you join us as a permanent member of staff, you will enjoy many benefits:

• Pay competitive with the sector
• 50% discount on nursery fees (pro-rata)
• 7% pension contribution
• A minimum of 23 days’ annual leave per year (up to 36 days) including 8 Bank Holidays, plus 3 days over Christmas
• Sick pay entitlement (after 6 months’ service)

• Paid overtime
• Refer a friend bonus (up to £550)
• Maternity, paternity & shared parental leave entitlement (after 2 years’ service)
• Up to 5 days' special leave entitlement
• Access to LEYF’s training academy and MY LEYF online learning platform - 8 days’ paid training per year
• 10% GLL gym discount
• Tea and coffee
• MY LEYF modules on meditation, mindfulness and mental wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme; support and counselling and advice on financial and legal issues
• Eligibility for a hardship fund grant 

• Season pass loan

• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on shopping with Employee Purchase Programme
• Invitations to LEYF social events - Summer Conference, BBQ, Christmas Party, Awards.

Career Progression

At LEYF we aim to promote 50% of our leaders from within and nurture our staff to help them progress in their careers.

Each person who joins the LEYF family will work with their Manager to create a development plan. If you aspire to become a manager or you want to be the best you can be in your role, LEYF, using our coaching and mentoring approach, coupled with our famous LEYF Academy courses, will support your journey.

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Location

Address: Wilde Close
Hackney
London E8 4JS

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