Early Childhood Educator - Ark Start Oval Preschool

As an Early Childhood Educator at Ark Start Oval, you will help create a warm, safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and thrive. Working alongside a supportive team, you will build positive relationships with children and families, support children's development through play and exploration, and contribute to making every day a positive and memorable experience. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and eager to grow their skills in a collaborative and nurturing nursery environment.

What will you be doing?

• Create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through play, exploration and positive relationships.
• Build strong partnerships with families and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver exceptional experiences for children.
• Contribute to engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments that encourage curiosity and a love of learning.
• Promote high standards of safeguarding, care and professionalism in everything you do.
• Take an active role in the life of the nursery, embracing opportunities to learn, develop and contribute to the wider Ark Start community.
• Ensure compliance with Ark Start's data protection policies and procedures, maintaining the confidentiality and security of information at all times.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, families and external partners, communicating with confidence, professionalism, tact and diplomacy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Ark Start nurseries and the wider Ark network to share best practice, contribute to continuous improvement and support colleagues where required.

What are we looking for?

• Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
• An interest in early childhood education and child development.
• Enthusiasm for supporting children's learning through play, exploration and everyday experiences.
• A passion for creating engaging environments where children can grow in confidence and thrive.
• An appreciation of outdoor learning and the role it plays in children's development.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach to working with others.
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting them to thrive.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Warm, collaborative and relationship-focused, with the ability to build positive partnerships with children, families and colleagues.
• Organised, proactive and resilient, with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Other

• Right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Willingness to participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.