Early Years Educator

All appointments will begin at the bottom of the salary range (plus 2.5 hours of guaranteed contractual weekly overtime),

• To build positive caring relationships with all children attending the Centre ensuring that their needs take priority
• To work as a key person to a group of designated children
• To keep accurate, clear, up to date developmental records and observations on children
• To have a working knowledge and understanding of the Early Years foundation Stage framework
• To plan and organise daily learning experiences with the team to promote the development of each individual child taking into consideration their varying interests and needs
• To develop and maintain professional relationships with parents and carers by warmly welcoming them to the Centre daily and communicating with them effectively about matters concerning their child
• To arrange to meet with parents regularly to discuss children's progress and any concerns
  
  We are currently looking for 2 full time Early Years Educators who are enthusiastic, hardworking Level 3 qualified Early Years Educators to join our well-motivated team.
You will have excellent childcare and developmental knowledge, confident written and spoken communication skills and can plan and implement exciting learning experiences for children of all ages between 6 months - 5 years.,
• To hold a full and relevant childcare qualification please check your qualifications here before applying.
• To have a sound knowledge of the Children's Act, Every Child Matters document, the Early Years Foundation Stage and latest legislation
• To have a sound knowledge of child development 0-7 years
• Understanding of Safeguarding children and own responsibilities to protect children.
• Ability to promote and maintain high standards of care and education.
• To be able to keep accurate records.
• To be understanding of children's emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately.
• To be able to recognise good practice and have the confidence to challenge bad practice (See Whistle Blowing Policy)
  
  For over 50 years, we have been providing high quality care and education to children of Imperial's staff and students aged from 6 months to 5 years old.
We are based at South Kensington campus and are a three-times awarded outstanding Early Years provider by Ofsted. Our well-resourced rooms as well as bespoke designed garden were developed to provide an excellent stimulating environment for children to thrive and learn in. Thus allowing them to reach their full potential alongside our passionate and dedicated team. Our curriculum incorporates the Froebelian approach to learning, where we understand the importance of how a child's connectiveness with nature, personal experiences and their family and community makes them all unique.


• Career development training
• Generous holiday allowances
• An excellent pension scheme
• A reduced rate in our sports centre with full access to Gym and pool
• Interest free season ticket / cycle loan schemes
• Easter and Christmas closure
• Working hours 08 : 30 -17 : 30
• Coming together regularly for developmental opportunities
• Events to come together and celebrate from summer parties to Christmas breakfasts
• Hot drinks and pastries every Friday
EYEC is committed to equal opportunities for all, we support and celebrate diversity in all areas for our staff and children by creating an inclusive environment.