Early Years Educator


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£24,625 to £25,674 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Exeter, EX2 5DW
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	16 Oct 2026

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For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Are you an experienced Room Lead ready for a new challenge or an Early Years Educator looking for the next step in your career? Join our Ofsted Outstanding rated First Steps NHS Nursery team! Wed love to hear from Early Years Educators with a passion for nurturing and developing children and your colleagues as they grow. In return, we offer a rewarding career, working in amazing facilities, where you can make a difference to the children of NHS colleagues, plus youll receive a brilliant package of benefits. We care for up to 129 children a day in five rooms with access to our different outdoor play spaces which include: a large Astroturf area a spacious woodland area an extensive full enclosed grass area Were open for our: Breakfast club 7.00am 8.00am Core hours are 8.00am 6.00pm As a Room Lead, Early Years Educator, youll use your creative flare and organisation skills to support your team to deliver a brilliant programme of fun, inclusive, learning activities for the children around their interests and care needs. Drawing upon your knowledge of the Foundation Stage curriculum to develop the skills of the team within your room. Youll encourage the use of our fantastic outdoor spaces to benefit the children by experiencing different environments and developing their sense of the world and themselves. The working day is extremely rewarding and involves both child and adult led learning opportunities with the children. Examples of these activities including sharing stories, dressing up, messy play, games, and above all, instilling a sense of fun! Key duties: Be part of the team that creates a nurturing Help create a nurturing environment and deliver high standards of care and education. Plan, deliver and reflect on experiences that support childrens learning and development. Keep accurate records of childrens progress and care, and share updates with parents and carers. Share ideas with colleagues and keep developing your knowledge and practice. Follow safeguarding procedures and raise concerns promptly. Support other Childcare Services provision as required. About you Wed love to hear from creative and passionate Early Years Educators with particular knowledge of the Foundation Stage and hold a National Diploma in Early Years Childcare. Youre great with people of all ages but especially the children in your care, helping them to develop and grow through fun and play. Professional development is something you are keen to pursue as well as supporting your colleagues develop their skills. A DBS check will be required, well cover the costs now and for renewals in the future. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. 08:00 - 18:00 across 4 days per week (Monday to Friday). We welcome applicants looking to work full days on either a full or part-time basis. Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Rachel Berriman, Nursery Manager on 01392 405858 As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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