**Hiring an Outdoor Leader in Worthing and a Lead Educator in Kindergarten at Steyning**
Pumpkin Patch are looking for experienced nursery leaders to join our outstanding group of day nurseries. Our nurseries are full of passion, kindness, and high-quality care with the children at the centre of everything we do. You will be a part of a welcoming and supportive network of people, many of which are highly trained specialists.
What’s in it for you?
· Paid breaks
· Mental health representatives
· Christmas to new years’ off, every year!
· Opportunities for international study trips and tours
· Giving back to the community! Charity fundraising events
· Benefit schemes: monthly recognition vouchers & refer a friend payments
· 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
AND MANY MORE
We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and have a passion for outdoor learning. Our forest and beach school programmes provide an exciting experience for our children which all educators have a chance to take part in. We are looking for kind-natured, caring and hardworking educators that can bring exciting new learning opportunities for the children.
Pumpkin Patch are invested in staff well-being and are dedicated in supporting employees with their professional development and encouraging them to be the best they can be.
Main Terms and Conditions:
Outdoor Lead: £27,040 to £29,640 per annum depending on qualification and experience. St. Botolph' Road, Worthing, BN11 4JS.
Lead in KG: £29,120 to 30,680 per annum depending on qualification and experience. Unit 1 Chanctonfold, Horsham Rd, Steyning BN44 3AA
· 40 hours per week inclusive of paid breaks (our core opening hours are 7:30am to 6:30pm)
Roles and Responsibilities:
· Use their knowledge of the areas of learning and deep understanding of how children learn to provide rich, varied and imaginative experiences that enthuse, engage and motivate children in the outdoor space.
· Outdoor leaders will oversee the running of the Outdoor Adventure Education Program including visits to Forest School and Beach School.
· To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.
· Work with the Pedagogical Leaders on the curriculum and learning to reflect the Reggio Emilia/ Scandinavian Forest School approach of the nursery and how these can complement.
· Value the outdoor environment and outdoor classroom as the third teacher; provide children with spaces that are beautiful and purposeful, for them to explore, through as many “languages” as possible.
· To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life.
· To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times.
· To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies.
This is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list.
At Pumpkin Patch Nursery we have robust safeguarding and safer recruitment policies therefore all positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS. We are an equal opportunities employer.
If you would like to speak to us directly, please contact HR on 01903 236643 or hr@pumpkinpatchnursery.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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