Early Years Educator

Kgis Edu; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking dedicated early years educators to join their nurturing team. The ideal candidates will possess an NVQ Level 2-3 or equivalent and have excellent knowledge of the EYFS Curriculum. Responsibilities include creating a safe educational environment and delivering engaging lessons that support individual children's growth. Competitive benefits including 38 paid days off and regular training are offered.

Benefits

38 Paid days off per year

Staff bonus scheme

Regular training days

Funded DBS, First Aid and Safeguarding

Staff loyalty bonuses

Unlimited online training courses

Funding for additional qualifications

Catered Friday lunches

Staff outings and events

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2-3 or equivalent; foreign qualifications require UK ENIC Statement.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS Curriculum is critical.
• Experience with early years education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and stimulating educational environment.
• Deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum enabling individual progress.
• Meet OFSTED requirements and collaborate with professionals.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of EYFS Curriculum

Prior relevant experience working with children in the Early years

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 or above

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY

Parson’s Green Nursery is an independent nursery dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education in a warm, family-oriented environment. Our experienced team nurtures each child’s unique talents and fosters confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning from the very start.

With a strong focus on individual development, we encourage children to explore their interests, express themselves freely, and build essential skills for their future. Our supportive approach, combined with a rich and engaging curriculum, lays the foundation for academic and personal success. At Parson’s Green Nursery, every child is valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

We value hands-on exploration, offering free play, sensory activities, and open-ended learning using natural resources. Literacy and numeracy are supported through White Rose Maths and Jolly Phonics. Enrichment activities, including ballet, football, French, and music, further enhance the children’s experience. By nurturing curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to explore, we prepare children with the skills and confidence to thrive in their next educational journey.

We are now looking for early years educators to join the team. The nursery is split across two locations in Parsons Green: 22 Cortayne Road SW6 3QA and 630 Fulham Road, SW6 5RS. The working hours are 42.5 a week, with two shift options: 8am - 5.30pm or 8.30am - 6pm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times.
• To deliver an appropriate play based EYFS curriculum that enables children to make individual progress.
• To help ensure the nursery meets all OFSTED requirements and to work with other professionals for the benefit of children and families.
• To plan activities which ensure each child is working towards the early learning outcomes, and strive for continuous improvement.
• To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the nursery aims and objectives.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• NVQ Level 2-3 or above; equivalent qualifications accepted. Foreign Qualifications will need UK ENIC Statement of Comparability.
• Excellent working knowledge of EYFS Curriculum.
• Prior relevant experience working with children in the Early years.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

BENEFITS

• 38 Paid days off per year (including bank holidays).
• Staff bonus scheme (we operate an annual Christmas Bonus Scheme based on performance after a candidate’s first year with us).
• Regular training days three times a year. The nursery closes for three days a year to deliver current training to our team and ensure ongoing development.
• Funded DBS, First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Staff loyalty bonuses including travel allowances and wellbeing allowances that increase with each year of service.
• Access to unlimited online training courses.
• Funding agreements for additional qualifications.
• Friday lunches catered by a local restaurant.
• Staff outings and events, including bonding events and Christmas parties.