YMCA Trinity Group – Childcare ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’
Permanent Vacancy Early Years Educator
Job Reference PR-EYE-PT-1224
Location YMCA Childcare Providence, 2 Wellington Street, Ipswich IP1 2NU
About Us YMCA Trinity Group has an exciting opportunity for a creative and passionate Early Years Educator to join our Outstanding childcare setting on Wellington Street.
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young children? We're looking for a dynamic and dedicated childcare practitioner to support our team in creating fun, engaging, and high-quality learning experiences. If you're imaginative, driven, and passionate about helping children thrive, we want to hear from you!
Your Role: As part of our childcare team, you'll support the day-to-day operations of the room, plan activities for a group of key children, and provide enriching learning experiences that foster growth and development. The successful candidate will be skilled, creative, and able to both take initiative and follow guidance as needed. A solid understanding of the EYFS is key to planning for the children's learning and progress.
Do You Have What It Takes?
If you can answer "yes" to the following, you might just be the perfect fit:
• Can you sing enthusiastically, even if you're slightly off-key, surrounded by children?
• Are you ready to step into the role of a pirate one day and a doctor the next?
• Are you eager to dive into hands-on, messy activities that engage and excite children?
• Can you recite The Hungry Caterpillar by heart?
• Are you passionate about children's learning and development?
• Do you enjoy collaborating with a team and bringing fresh ideas to life?
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
* Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
* Has at least two years of post-qualification experience
* Has extensive knowledge of the EYFS framework
* Possesses excellent IT skills
* Works well in a team-oriented environment
Why Join Us?
By joining our team, you’ll be part of a supportive and caring environment where your ideas are valued. You’ll have the chance to grow professionally while making a real impact in the lives of children.
Day and Hours You will be contracted to work 27.25 hours per week, across 3 days.
Salary and Benefits
Current Salary £16,423.03 - £16,635.58 per annum
In addition, we offer the following:
* Reduced childcare costs for employee’s own children
* 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance (Pro rata)
* Paid day off allocated for your Birthday (dependant on staff rota)
* Development and Internal Progression opportunities
* Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
* Induction programme and additional career development opportunities
* Competitive rates of pay and company pension, plus access for YMCA Trinity staff and their immediate families to our Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date Applications are assessed on a regular basis, therefore early application is advised. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when roles are filled.
Contact Us If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact:
Nathalie Howell, Childcare Manager - Telephone: 01473 295258
Email: Nathalie.howell@ymcatrinity.org.uk / recruitment@ymcatrinity.org.uk
Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.
Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application.
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
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