Early Years Educator (Level 2 or Level 3)

Early Years Educator (Level 2 or Level 3)

Permanent Full Time

Location: Cornwall Crescent Rothwell Leeds LS26 0RA

Salary: 23088.00 - 25396.80 per year (pay award pending for April 2026)

Were hiring!
Early Years Educator

About us

Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries based in Garforth and Rothwell Leeds is a trusted family-owned day nursery with a distinct and innovative approach to cultivating the development of children and team members coupled with building strong collaborative relationships with families.

If you are interested in working with us we would love to hear from return you will enjoy a challenging and diverse career with Sweet Peas.

Here at Sweet Peas we are very proud of what we do;

I really enjoy being a part of childrens learning and development. I enjoy watching them grow and gain their own little personalities. Taken from a team survey in Aug 2023.

100% of team members say Im proud to tell others I work at Sweet Peas

As demand continues to grow for our exceptional early years education and childcare we are seeking an experienced Early Years Educator.

The right fit for you

Team members tell us that child development being part of a team and building relationships with children families and team are overwhelmingly the areas they enjoy the most in their role. If you share a passion for these aspects Sweet Peas is an ideal fit for you.

Our promise

• Were always there for you in our own unique way.
• Exceptional support training and career development.
• Spacious tailor-made facilities in an excellent location.
• A fresh approach to early years care and education.
• Our co-produced SMILEYP values reinforce that what we do is built on enthusiasm fun and respect for each other.

Main responsibilities

• Ensuring the safeguarding of all children within our nursery
• Maintaining high standards for our continuous learning environment
• To be a key person for our children and their families communicating effectively to ensure that parents/carers are fully involved with childrens learning and development and high levels of wellbeing are met throughout the day.
• To accurately track childrens development planning for next steps and completing electronic reports to share with parents/carers

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for experienced enthusiastic and passionate Early Years Educators who take pride in providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience for each and every child.

You will be certified / licensed as an Early Years Educator / Level 3 in Childcare and will have working experience in this field for at least 1 year (preferred).

We are looking for our new team members to have:

• Sound understanding of the EYFS and an ability to fully implement all its requirements.
• An ability to plan and implement a curriculum considering the SEN Code of Practice child protection procedures and inclusion.
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and encourage their involvement in their childs learning
• Commitment to and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to manage self and work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to manage risk and safeguard childrens safety.

We offer a wide range of benefits:

Read more about the benefits of working at Sweet Peas here day working week with fixed day off. Monday to Friday. No weekends

To apply:

If this sounds like you and you want to be part of the very special Sweet Peas team wed love to hear from you.

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