Early Years Educator - x

Job Title: Part-time Early Years Educator – Qualified (Level 3 minimum)

Location: Muddy Boots Drighlington, Leeds

Salary: Up to £12.90 per hour (top 10% of nurseries in the area)

Muddy Boots is proud to be an award-winning nursery, recognised for our commitment to excellence in early years education. We provide children with unique outdoor learning experiences, where they can explore, play, and thrive in nature. Our passionate team makes a real difference in young lives every day, and we are looking for an Early Years Educator to join us on this exciting journey.

Role Overview:
As a Qualified Early Years Educator at Muddy Boots, you will be an integral part of our team, responsible for delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences. We believe that outdoor adventures are at the heart of childhood development, and we are committed to fostering a fun, supportive, and enriching environment for both children and staff.

Schedule:

2 full days per week (between 8am – 6pm).

• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities, with a focus on outdoor play and exploration
• Observe, assess, and support children's individual learning journeys
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members
• Ensure a safe, inspiring, and stimulating environment for all children
• Contribute to a happy, healthy, and thriving team that loves what they do!

• Passion for outdoor education and a commitment to nature-based learning
• Experience in early years education (must be Level 3 qualified or equivalent)
• A proactive and positive attitude with great teamwork skills
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities

Be part of an award-winning nursery that values excellence and innovation.

Top 10% pay in the area, up to £12.90 per hour.

4-day work week for full‑time staff and extra holiday days for long‑standing team members.

Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay.

Lifestyle discounts on groceries, travel, entertainment & more.

Employee Assistance Programme: mental health support & coaching.

Staff treats, events & parties.

• Free lunches, tea & snacks to keep you fuelled

Free uniform & on‑site parking.

Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring that the terms and conditions of employment for staff and selection processes for potential employees are equitable and non‑discriminatory.

All positions are subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check, as part of our safeguarding duties.

Since opening our doors in January 2012, we have continually built day nurseries with a strong family ethos and a home‑from‑home feel, now enjoyed by over 1000 families and counting.

• We focus on developing the uniqueness of every child, working with each child's constantly changing and unique interests to ensure their development is about them, not a one‑size‑fits‑all approach.
• Our outstanding team builds strong relational bonds with families through quality communication, giving parents peace of mind.
• We focus on outdoor adventures consistently. Muddy Boots is not just a name—it is a daily way of life, creating amazing outdoor experiences to facilitate learning.