*We are hiring at Hove*
Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned company that operates six nurseries in the South Coast. This year, all of our nurseries in Brighton and Hove have achieved an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, which we are so excited about As we expand, we are looking to hire Qualified Educators who share our passion for the Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian Forest School approaches.
What we offer
· Paid breaks
· Flexible working
· Discounted childcare
· Up to £500 for referring your friends
· Annual pay enhancements
· Real living wage employer
· Bonuses and weekly voucher schemes
· Company-funded qualifications
· Two-week induction programme with an allocated mentor
· Ability to work along side our artists in our Ateliers (art studio's)
· Fully funded educational tours to Italy and Iceland after 1 year in post
· Summer and Christmas social events
· Christmas to new year's off every year
· Charity of the year and fundraising activities
· Mental health and wellbeing representatives to support you
· In-house workshops and continuous professional development
· Participation in outings such as forest and beach school
· All sites offer on-site parking or near road-side parking
The Role of a Pumpkin Patch Educator
Collaborate with Outdoor Leaders, Artists and other colleagues to provide exceptional education by engaging children in exciting educational activities that promote their development.
Assist apprentices in their learning by involving them in your work, supporting their growth, and motivating them to become excellent practitioners.
Design stimulating educational activities that cater to children's developmental needs and interests, both indoors and outdoors.
Establish strong relationships with families to foster a positive connection between the nursery and home.
Adhere to the organisation's policies and procedures.
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, Permanent
Job Hours: 40 Hours Per Week (Educator)
UK Level 3 Early Years Education Qualification (required)
Work Location:
· Wish Park, Saxon Road, Hove BN3 4LF
Safeguarding
All applicants will be subject to full vetting, including a DBS check and a requirement for two satisfactory references from your two most recent employers and most recent work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
If you would like to speak to us directly, please contact HR on or email
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,624.00-£26,832.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* How many years Nursery experience do you have?
* Which childcare qualification do you have?
Work Location: In person