About the Role
As an Early Years Educator, you’ll play a key role in creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where children can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Support children’s learning and development through engaging experiences and learning moments
- Deliver high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters and the Fennies curriculum
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children and their families
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive and supportive team culture
- Observe, assess and support each child’s individual learning journey
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and health and safety at all times.
Requirements
- Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters and child development
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) – or equivalent
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A warm, positive approach to building relationships with children and families
- Energy, creativity and a genuine passion for early years education
- Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity.
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
Location
- Addiscombe
Work Type
- 4-day or 5-day working week available
Education Level
- Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) – or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- up to £31,000
Benefits
- Potential to earn a further £1,400
- £500 referral bonus
- Childcare discount
- 20 days annual leave increasing by 1 per year of service (up to 25) plus bank holidays
- BUPA Wellbeing Support
- Free daily meals from the Fennies Café
- Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations
- Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards
- Professional development programmes, training and progression
About the Company
- We are family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture, our decision-making, and what it feels like to be part of our team.
- We have a strong sense of community, with connections that bring us together and the systems and processes that mean our educators can focus on what they do best.
- Quality matters to us – starting with our people and curriculum - through to our beautiful buildings and inspiring environments.
- We’re investing in Fennies, in our teams, and into the education we provide our children.
- Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive.
- We provide the environment where you can: Be Yourself, Come Together, Be All In, Go Further.
Equal Opportunity
- At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children.
- We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
