Senior Early Years Educator

From tiny to really big! Join one of the fastest growing nursery groups in the UK!

In 2012 we opened our first nursery. Today, Kinderzimmer has over 30 locations that provide over 4,000 children a second home. After delivering first-class education and care in Germany for ten years, we are now taking what we do exceptionally well and coming over to the UK shores. We are a growing private nursery group that puts children's well-being at the forefront of every action we take. Our approach combines world class child-care and sustainability. kinderzimmer ensures that every voice is heard, no matter how small! We pride ourselves on creating an exceptional environment for all staff, where individuality and uniqueness is not only encouraged, but celebrated!

The setting

Housed in a beautifully historic building, our nursery is at the heart of Berkhamsted. The site boasts tall ceilings and light-flooded spaces, with large symmetrical rooms that create a warm and welcoming environment. With a capacity of 92 children across all age groups, the nursery is bespoke in design, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for early years. Our central dining room offers the perfect space for baking, experimenting with food and engaging in messy play, while our growing space in the garden encourages children to learn about the natural world. Come and be part of our fun, engaging and supportive environment that nurtures children's physical, emotional, and social development.

What you will be doing

• Guide, inspire and lead a team of childcare professionals to provide outstanding care and education
• Plan and provide a diverse learning environment that offers consistent stimulation and exciting activities for children both inside and outside
• Deliver learning experiences that support children's development and nurture them to achieve personal milestones
• Foster strong relationships with colleagues, parents and relevant professionals to attend to each child's unique needs
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures related to child welfare, protection, health and safety, and safeguarding at all times
• Collaborate with your team to maintain a safe and happy environment on a daily basis

What we can offer you

Our playground could be your workplace. In exchange for your commitment, enthusiasm and passion you will get a lot in return, not just from the children, but from us also! kinderzimmer UK has a market-leading benefits package which is tailored to the individual employee's needs.

The benefits package includes but is not limited to;

• A free childcare place for your child at a kinderzimmer nursery
• Annual bonuses for all employees, not just the managers!
• Access to 24 hour counselling
• Workwear allowance
• Annual personal development budget
• Wellness day
• Annual subscriptions to market leading fitness and mental health apps
• And much much more!

Who you are

For our bespoke nursery, we are looking for Senior Early Years Educator that;

• Must be Level 3 qualified or above.
• Have Experience with an Early Years setting ideally as Nursery Practitioner or similar
• A confident leader who has successfully participated in Ofsted inspections with "Good" or "Outstanding" outcomes.
• An inspirational Senior Nursery Practitioner that can develop a high performing team

At kinderzimmer UK, we value individuality in all aspects of our team, including the pedagogical approach you take as an educator. We encourage broad and diverse adult thinkers, as we feel this allows us to accommodate a greater spectrum of children.

Rather than tell you what we are looking for, we prefer to find out more about you and encourage your pedagogical approach. With this information, we can then match you to the nursery room where your approach is not only welcomed, but given the room to flourish.

Ask yourself;

• Are you a jump right in and get involved type of person?
• Or, would you rather take one step back, set out the work table with resources, and leave the children to explore independently?
• Or maybe you prefer to take two or three steps back, wanting to let the child choose his/her own task, and carry it out from start to finish unhindered by adult intervention?

Regardless of what your approach is, we are keen to find out about you!

How to apply

If you hold the relevant Early Years qualification (level 3 or above), then click apply now and submit your CV. A member of the kinderzimmer UK team will be in touch to discuss your application!

We look forward to meeting you!

Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two references. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted within the advert.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£31,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Free fitness classes

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursery: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)