Early Years Educator
Department: Nursery Education
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Barnes, London
Reporting To: Eleni Chondrogianni
Compensation: £28,808 - £31,782 / year
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.
At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!
As an Early Years Educator you’ll be the heartbeat of your playroom – nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child in your care. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you’ll bring the N Curriculum to life through play, learning, and meaningful connections. It’s a chance to shape young minds while developing your own career through industry-leading training, coaching, and resources.
What you’ll be doing…
* Inspire learning through our play-based N Curriculum
* Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes
* Create and implement development-focused activity plans
* Carry out observations, assessments and planning for your key children
Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families
* Ensure your classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times
* Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice
* Be a positive role model – collaborate, motivate, and share your ideas
Our Early Years Educators should have...
* Experience working with children in an early years environment
* Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
* Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a willingness to train
Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh)
* A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children
* A team player with a can-do attitude and positive mindset
* Confident communicator with a love for customer service
The N Advantage
* Competitive salary – £28,808 - £31,782, based on experience and dedication
* Up to £750 annual performance bonus
* Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for work-life balance
* Up to 35 days holiday – including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
* £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)
* £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
* Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
* 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
And that’s not all!
* 5-year loyalty bonus – around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off
* 10-year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off
* Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
* Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more
* Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
* Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
Why N Barnes?
Our 87-place brand new nursery will be opening in 2026, in the heart of Barnes, South West London.
Making an impact…
At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.
We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we’re building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.
Join N Family Club today and help us reshape early education for the better.
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