Early Years Educator
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Educator to join our team at Oaktree Nursery in Devon. Oaktree Nursery has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted and is a top‑rated Day Nursery.
What We Offer
* 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings)
* Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
* The Alliance has invested in FAMLY, reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children.
* A generous workplace pension scheme
* 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service.
* Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being
* Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
* A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity.
* Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated manager’s helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
* Savings of up to 25% on an O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablet
* A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well being
Job Purpose
* Provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children.
* Be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
* Support the nursery management team to deliver high‑quality care and education in line with the setting’s policies and procedures.
Requirements
* A minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent.
* Proven post‑qualification experience of working with children.
Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service.
Hours per week: 40
Weeks per year: 52
Interview date: Tuesday 13th January 2026
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