Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned company that operates six nurseries in the South Coast. Our purpose is to ensure children have the best start in life through outstanding education and care. At Pumpkin Patch we aim to create an environment where children can achieve, belong and thrive. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian Forest School approaches and are looking for someone who shares the same passion.This role requires an Early Years Qualification, Paediatric First Aid or the willingness to train, previous experience of caring for, or working with children aged 0-5 in a voluntary or paid capacity, ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and a genuine passion for giving children the best possible start in life.*What we offer** Paid breaks* Flexible working* Discounted childcare* Annual pay enhancements* Real living wage employer* Bonus and voucher schemes* Company-funded qualifications* Two-week induction programme* Educational tours to Italy and Iceland* Summer and Christmas social events* Christmas to new years off every year* Charity of the year and fundraising activities* Mental health and wellbeing representatives* Paid overtime up to 5 hours per week then TOIL* In-house workshops for continuous development* Participation in nursery outings such as beach school*The Role of a Pumpkin Patch Educator*Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.Adhere to Pumpkin Patch’s policies and procedures.Share responsibility for the welfare of all children in your designated room, follow systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately, in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies.Develop genuine bonds with your key children and support colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities.To reflect on practice and daily routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child, throughout the day.This is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list.*Job Details*Job Types: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract 12 month/Maternity CoverJob Hours: 40 Hours Per Week (between 7.30am and 6.30pm Monday to Friday)UK Level 2 or 3 Early Years Education Qualification (required)*Main terms and conditions*Salary: £26,624 - £26,832Contract Type: 12 Months FTCHours: 40 hours per weekLocation: 40 Crescent Road, Worthing, BN11 1RQ*Safeguarding*Pumpkin Patch Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and ensures all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Pumpkin Patch have robust safeguarding and safer recruitment policies and procedures to ensure all positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.The position for which you are applying involves contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amendments (England and Wales). For this position you are not entitled to withhold information about police cautions and convictions that have been made against you. Including any that would otherwise be considered ‘spent’ under the Act.*For further information*Please contact Hayley our HR People Manager on 01273 101804 for further information or an application form. CV’s will not be accepted.Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractPay: £26,416.00-£26,624.00 per yearBenefits:* Childcare* Company events* Company pension* Cycle to work scheme* Employee discount* Referral programme* Sick payApplication question(s):* How many years Nursery experience do you have?* Which childcare qualification do you have?Work Location: In person