Early Years Educator – Join the D-Dee's Family
D-Dee's Day Nursery is oversubscribed, and we're on the lookout for another extra special person to help us deliver the outstanding, high-quality experiences our little people and their families deserve. Could that be you?
We are searching for the perfect person to join our dedicated and passionate team. Do you:
* Want to be part of an award-winning nursery where uniqueness is celebrated in both children and staff?
* Have what it takes to work in an Outstanding setting recognised for excellence across the sector?
* Want to become part of the D-Dee's family, where warmth, playfulness, and professionalism go hand in hand?
We are currently recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner / Educator to join our team. We welcome applications from:
* Qualified practitioners (Level 2 or above)
Please note: Successful applicants must also either hold or be prepared to complete the following (we can support this in-house prior to starting):
* A current DBS certificate and registration on the Update Service
* Paediatric First Aid Certificate
* Safeguarding Children Certificate
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
You will also need to have the skills below:
* You can read The Very Hungry Caterpillar 25 times and still deliver it with energy.
* You're happy being a racing driver, a fairy princess, and a footballer—sometimes all before lunch.
* You see endless possibilities in a cardboard box.
* You never say no to another helping of playdough spaghetti.
* You can juggle hugs, catch falling toddlers, and make someone giggle—all at once.
* You can keep smiling, even after the tenth milk spill of the day.
* You can brave the cold in the garden and still find joy in puddles and muddy kitchens.
* You've got a song for every situation—and you're not afraid to sing it.
We're also looking for someone who is:
* Reliable, flexible, and full of initiative
* Resourceful, creative, and team-minded
* Open to reflection, challenge, and change
* Comfortable supporting off-site learning adventures
* Able to build strong, empathetic relationships with families
* Confident in contributing to planning next steps in children's learning
If you think you could be our new special big person to help our little people feel as valued and wonderful as they truly are, then we want to hear from you
Shortlisted applicants will be sent an application form to complete.
We can't wait to welcome the next wonderful addition to the D-Dee's team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.70-£13.10 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person