Early Years Educator Level 3

YMCA Dulverton Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization in Bridgwater is seeking an Early Years Educator Level 3 to provide engaging learning experiences for children. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong passion for child development, ability to work effectively within a team, and possess essential qualifications. Competitive salary of £24,966, along with a comprehensive benefits package including discounts on childcare and health insurance.

Benefits

1 night free stay at YMCA Hotels

60% discount on childcare fees

28 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Staff Pension

Free Gym membership

Health Insurance for staff working over 16 hours

Qualifications

• Ability to provide emotional and social support while promoting learning.
• Willingness to learn and accept leadership input.
• Commitment to high standards of customer care.

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities for children to learn through play.
• Maintain safety and wellbeing of children.
• Contribute positively to team dynamics.

Skills

Experience working with children under 5

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Solution-focused approach

Empathy and passion for children

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare

First Aid qualification or willingness to learn

Job description

Early Years Educator Level 3 – YMCA Dulverton Group

Salary: £24,966.00 per annum

Hours: 38 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Benefits

• 1 night free stay at one of the YMCA Hotels
• 60% discount on childcare fees for children up to 3 years of age
• 20% discount on childcare for children over 3 for non-funded hours
• Free and discounted places for children attending Day Camps
• 28 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays per year for full-time staff
• Staff Pension
• Free parking
• Free Gym membership – George Williams Centre, Bridgwater or The Beach Hotel Minehead
• Health Insurance for those staff working over 16 hours per week
• Charity Worker’s Discount at certain high street stores
• Training budget
• Monthly raffle
• Mental Health Support
• Access to Occupational Health Assessment
• Discount at our Wedding Venue, Barley Wood

General Overview

• Provide opportunities for children to learn through play experiences that are cohesive with our practice and the EYFS, utilising the outdoors as much as possible.
• Provide a secure and stimulating environment where children can develop emotionally and intellectually as well as morally, physically, spiritually and socially, at their own pace.
• Maintain the safety, security and wellbeing of the children in our care.
• Undertake work positively as part of the team, contributing ideas and listening to feedback, to guide development of our practice and care.

Skills And Experience

• Possess an understanding that each one of us is different and ensure that individuals who use our services are respected and given the best experience.
• Experience of working with children under the age of 5 years.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills and the ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
• Possess and maintain a solution-focused approach.
• Possess a belief in the value and potential of children and young people as individuals and as a group.
• Possess a natural empathy and passion for working with children.
• Team player but also able to work on own initiative.
• Self-motivated and flexible.
• Ability to provide emotional and social support whilst promoting learning and respect.
• Willingness to learn and accept leadership and mentoring input.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality record.
• Commitment to providing a high standard of customer care.
• Flexible attitude and willing to adapt to new challenges.

Qualifications

• Hold a level 3 qualification or above relevant childcare qualification.
• First Aid qualification or a willingness to learn.
• Working knowledge of health and safety and safeguarding best practice.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date for applications in the event that suitable candidates are identified and appointed.

For more information about YMCA Dulverton Group, please visit our website: https://www.ymca-dg.org/