Job Ref No. ECC414291-20S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £26,255.98 - £27,337.84 per annum
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 26/05/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Weekly  

Job Description

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Duties of the Role:

  • To utilise knowledge of the EYFS to plan and implementlearning opportunities for children aged 0-5 years
  • To be an effective key person, to care, value and respect children.
  • To work as a team with other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children.
  • To work closely and work in partnership with parents, to keep them informed of their child's developments.
  • To follow Ofsted requirements and health and safety guidelines at all times.
  • To have sound knowledge of and follow safeguarding procedures.
  • To have a passion for outdoor learning.
  • To attend training to keep up to date with best practice.

Skills and qualifications required:

  • NVQ Level 3 in childcare (or equivalent) is essential.
  • Paediatric first aid and safeguarding training is desirable.
  • Basic ICT skills to keep children's development records up to date using an online journal.
  • Experience working with early years and as a key person
  • A sound knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
  • Strong communication skills
  • To fulfil the requirements of a full DBS check

**Please note that this vacancy is being advertised on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed weekly, and interviews scheduled on a regular basis whilst the role continues to be advertised. Potential applicants should be aware that the University reserves the right to withdraw this role at short notice if the position is filled early**

Please see the attached job pack, which contains a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Dawn Saunders
University of Essex
Colchester Campus, Colchester
Essex, CO4 3SQ
Telephone: 01206 873495
Email: nursery@essex.ac.uk