Early Years Educator

Become a Buttercups Early Years Educator 
Role: Early Years Educator
Location: Gerrards Cross SL9
Hours: 40 hours per week
Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week
Salary: £27000-£30000 P/A
Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent

Why join the Buttercups Family?

You are amazing – even if you don’t know it yet! As an Early Years Educator you are preparing the next generation for the challenges ahead; teaching them to ask questions, take risks and be mindful of the people and the world around them. We know just how hard - and how rewarding - this job is, which is why we will support you every step of the way.

At Buttercups we believe that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why we strive to offer our staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. We offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori. When you join Buttercups you join the whole group, so you have career opportunities across our eight nurseries. You also have the confidence of knowing that you are joining a team that offers Outstanding childcare, as it has done for over 40 years.

Flexi Working

Time off work is important to keep you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why we have introduced the Buttercups 4-day week. This allows you to choose to work your 40 hours over 4 days, giving you an extra day off every week!

The Role

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioner who can fill our children’s days with fun and wonder! You will be responsible for:
•   Delivering our ‘Learning through play’ ethos;
•   Developing innovative activities to challenge our children;
•   Building excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues;
•   Promoting child welfare and ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed.

Benefits

•   Great career path and promotion prospects;
•   Further Training including in Forest School Leadership and Montessori;
•   4-day week option;
•   Discount on Childcare Fees (50% from day one increasing to 66% with service);
•   Fun social events throughout the year and an annual Christmas party;
•   Celebration of hard work – bonuses, vouchers and social events;
•   28 days holidays pa;
•   Discounts on high street shops such as Asda, Curry's and PC World;
•   Wellbeing Centre;
•   Employee Assistance Programme.

Location - Chalfont

An Ofsted Outstanding nursery based in three buildings in the peaceful grounds of Chalfont Park Estate.

Facilities: Extensive gardens and play areas, Montessori and Forest School.

Nursery Manager: Sam has been a nursery manager for 9 years and has extensive experience in developing teams.

How to get here: Ample free parking. Nearest station Gerrards Cross (1km)

What’s Nearby: Short walk to shops and cafes of Chalfont St Peter.

Address: The Lodge & Orangery, Chalfont St Peter Business Park, Chalfont St Peter, Bucks SL9 0GA.

What you will bring
•   NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years, NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree or QTS;
•   Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills;
•   Self-motivation, innovation and a positive outlook;
•   Good verbal and written communication skills;
•   Strong planning and organisational skills;
•   Lots of energy; and above all,
•   A passion for delivering amazing educational experiences to children.

How to apply

Does this sound like your perfect position if so please submit your CV.

An Enhanced DBS check and reference checks will be carried out prior to employment