Early Years Educator PR 1224

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young children? We're looking for a dynamic and dedicated childcare practitioner to support our team in creating fun, engaging, and high-quality learning experiences. If you're imaginative, driven, and passionate about helping children thrive, we want to hear from you! Your Role: As part of our childcare team, you'll support the day-to-day operations of the room, plan activities for a group of key children, and provide enriching learning experiences that foster growth and development. The successful candidate will be skilled, creative, and able to both take initiative and follow guidance as needed. A solid understanding of the EYFS is key to planning for the children's learning and progress. Do You Have What It Takes? If you can answer "yes" to the following, you might just be the perfect fit:

• Can you sing enthusiastically, even if you're slightly off-key, surrounded by children?
• Are you ready to step into the role of a pirate one day and a doctor the next?
• Are you eager to dive into hands-on, messy activities that engage and excite children?
• Can you recite The Hungry Caterpillar by heart?
• Are you passionate about children's learning and development?
• Do you enjoy collaborating with a team and bringing fresh ideas to life?
  
  Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Has at least two years of post-qualification experience
• Has extensive knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Possesses excellent IT skills
• Works well in a team-oriented environment
  
  Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.
Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV's will not be considered as an application. Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon! Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve.

In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Day and Hours You will be contracted to work 27.25 hours per week, across 3 days Salary and Benefits Current Salary £16,423.03 - £16,635.58 per annum In addition, we offer the following: - + Reduced childcare costs for employee's own children + 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance (Pro rata) + Paid day off allocated for your Birthday (dependant on staff rota) + Development and Internal Progression opportunities + Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding + Induction programme and additional career development opportunities + Competitive rates of pay and company pension, plus access for YMCA Trinity staff and their immediate families to our Employee Assistance Programme