Early Years Educator

We are looking for a professional Early Years Pre-school team that provides a high quality, nurturing, fun and friendly environment for children aged between 2-5 years. To be a positive role model to children and assist the early years team in all aspects of care, supervision, education and play. To encourage and support children to fully reach their abilities and potential in a safe, positive, nurturing and happy environment. To be a key person for children, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework guidance.

Our Pre-school settings perfectly represent our mission to create places where all children can have fun and learn together through play. We are not a specialist SEND Pre-school setting, however we are able to provide support for children of all abilities, including disabled children and those with more complex needs. Embark on your journey with us! We’re seeking a nurturing Pre-school wizard to spark curiosity and put a smile on children’s faces. Join our team of dream-builders today!

Early Years Educator – Job Description

BENEFITS – What is in it for you?
• To work for an organisation who truly consider work life balance and have high expectations for our outcomes not only for those who use our services but for our teams as well.
• Free Training – We regularly invite all our staff to free training courses including Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Medication Administration, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton and more!
• Free DBS – As we require all staff to have a DBS before they start with us, we have decided to offer this free of charge.
• Pension & Health Care Cash Plan – All our staff have access to a NEST pension and Simply Health care plan.

ABOUT US – Challengers is a voluntary sector organisation providing play and leisure services to disabled children and young people across Surrey, Hampshire and in Richmond, Kingston, and Chichester.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES –
• Represent and be an advocate for all Preschool children. Ensuring that each child has the same opportunities within the Preschool environment.
• To attend to the educational, emotional and social needs of children in your care, as a key person making observations to inform planning and record keeping, liaising with parents, other staff, external professionals and SENCO about each child’s well-being and progress as appropriate.
• To assist the Preschool Manager, Deputy Manager and whole team in all aspects of care and supervision of children who attend Challengers Preschool(s).
• To work co-operatively and closely with, and support all colleagues within the Preschool to ensure and maintain the safe and effective running of the Preschool – Sharing and passing on relevant knowledge and skills to the team in a supportive manner.
• To assist the Preschool Manager and Deputy Manager to liaise with children, parents, teachers, schools and other professional involved with the children’s care.
• To assist the Preschool Team to maintain a clean, tidy, safe and secure site – treating buildings, structures, toys and equipment with respect and care. All damage to buildings, structures, toys or equipment must be reported to the Preschool Manager or Deputy Manager.

You’ll be great if you have:
• Preferred – NNEB/ NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education (or equivalent qualification) or above.
• Experience of working within the early years sector and being a key person
• A passion for supporting all children to reach their full potential within an inclusive environment
Challengers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job- There is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Challengers is a place where everyone can grow. We follow equal opportunities so however, you identify and whatever your background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.
Interview Date – Week commencing 31/03/2025

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