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Early Years Educator Level 3

Job details
Posting date: 05 February 2026
Salary: £25,000 per year, pro rata
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 07 March 2026
Location: GL2 4EP
Remote working: On-site only
Company: KiKi's Kidz Limited
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Early Years Educator – Before & After School Club and Holiday Club

Location: Hunts Grove Primary Academy and Hempsted Primary Academy

On-site role (must be 18years old )

Qualification Requirement:
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification – ESSENTIAL

About the Role:

We are looking for a fun, caring and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our friendly team in our Before & After School Club and Holiday Club. You will help create exciting, safe and nurturing experiences for children, with a special responsibility for our preschool-aged and reception children as their Key Person.

This is a term-time role with required availability during Easter and Summer holidays.

Your Role Will Include
Key Person Responsibilities (Preschool Children)

Be the Key Person for preschool and reception aged children, building warm, trusting relationships.

Support children’s emotional wellbeing, confidence and development through play and care.

Observe, support and celebrate children’s progress in line with the EYFS.

Play & Learning

Plan and lead fun, creative and engaging activities (arts & crafts, outdoor play, games, messy play, role play and more!).

Follow children’s interests and turn everyday moments into learning adventures.

Help children feel safe, happy and excited to attend club.

Care, Safety & Wellbeing

Keep children safe, supervised and supported at all times.

Follow safeguarding, health & safety and behaviour policies.

Support children with personal care where required.

Prepare and serve healthy snacks and drinks.

Teamwork & Communication

Work positively as part of a supportive team.

Communicate professionally with parents and carers.

Attend staff meetings and contribute ideas for activities and improvements.

Working Hours
16 hours over Term Time (Monday – Friday)

Morning: 7:15am – 9:00am & Afternoon: 2:00pm – 6:00pm

Flexible days available.

Holiday Club

Easter & Summer Holidays: availability required between 8:00am – 6:00pm

February, May & October: overtime hours available

Overtime Opportunities

Extra hours available for:

Planning time

Staff meetings

Covering sickness and holidays

Overtime is paid

Training & Development

Staff training is mandatory and fully paid for

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Staff Benefits

One of your children attends session free of charge

Access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) for staff wellbeing

Paid training

Supportive and friendly working environment

Term-time main contract with holiday work available

Safeguarding

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The successful applicant must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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