Nursery early years professional (level 3 qualified part-time position)

Part-Time Early Years Educator (Level 3 or above)

Location: Banana Moon Day Nursery, Tunbridge Wells
Contract: Part-time (with the possibility of term-time only)

Do you have a genuine passion for early years education and child development?

Are you qualified to Level 3 or above in Childcare?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!

At Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells, we’re looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and caring Early Years Educator to join our friendly and growing team on a part-time basis. We're also open to offering this role on a term-time only basis for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and welcoming team
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A fun, nurturing work environment where you can make a real difference
• Flexible/part-time hours
• Potential for term-time only working

About You:

We believe the best educators are passionate, fun, and love what they do. You’ll fit right in if:

• You have a huge smile and can make every child feel seen, loved, and supported
• Dressing up and going on daily adventures sounds like your ideal workday
• You don’t mind being covered in paint, glitter, or the occasional sticker
• You’ve mastered the art of getting 12 little ones to nap at the same time
• You can do headcounts faster than most people can blink
• Your playdough skills are top-notch (we take ours seriously!)
• You’re always prepared for sniffles, snuggles, and spontaneous questions
• You’ll remember every child’s name — and possibly their pets’ and teddy bears’ too
• You want to work in a setting where you're truly valued and where children adore you

Job Purpose:

As an Early Years Educator, you will:

·       Ensure high-quality, balanced provision of leading practice education and care is delivered; creating a safe, caring and welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child and where their child is encouraged and supported to flourish in an enabling and stimulating environment.

·       To adhere to Banana Moon policies and procedures and meet legislative requirements and following education curriculum, delivering standards which ensure highest possible inspection grading.

·       Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider team

·       Deliver learning experiences that are engaging, age-appropriate, and child-led

·       Act as a named coordinator in a specific area, as designated by the Nursery Manager

·       Support the nursery in maintaining an excellent reputation and high standards.