Early Years Educator; Qualified

Overview

Job Title: Early Years Educator (Qualified) - Wimbledon

Location: 17 Elm Grove, London SW19 4HE

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
Hours: 4-day and 5-day working options
Reports to: Room Leader/Nursery Manager

• Be All In: deliver high-quality care and education, supporting children’s development and wellbeing with consistency and professionalism.
• Come Together: collaborate by building trusted relationships with families, colleagues, and leadership, contributing to a shared vision of excellence.
• Be Yourself: apply self-awareness in daily practice, reflect on impact, embrace growth, and recognise the individuality of every child and team member.
• Go Further: demonstrate ambition by leading practice, mentoring others, and using knowledge and initiative to drive continuous improvement across the setting.
• Financial Rewards: understand that salaries are market-aligned, with performance-related bonuses and a £500 referral bonus.
• Incredible
  
  Incentives:
  
  participate in regular events such as Christmas Party and Summer BBQ, plus daily lunches with a variety of options; completely free.
• Career Growth Opportunities: access talent mapping, professional development programmes, and 1-to-1 coaching to grow in your role.
• Loyalty Rewards: yearly increases in annual leave and recognition through the Fennies Club, gift cards, and commemorative plaques for long service.
• Well-being Focus: benefit from wellbeing support, including access to a 24/7 assistance programme, up to 33 days of annual leave, and childcare discounts where applicable.

• Passion for Early Years
  
  Education:
  
  genuine love for working with children and a commitment to providing the best start in life.
• Knowledge of EYFS: solid understanding of child development, Birth to 5 Matters, and the EYFS curriculum.
• Qualified & Experienced: a Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare and a minimum grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Build Strong Relationships: form bonds with children and their families, ensuring each child feels secure and supported.
• Team Player: excellent communication skills, the ability to give and receive feedback, and a positive, proactive approach.
• Diversity & Inclusion: commitment to an inclusive environment; value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be required. We also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates, including Google and social media checks. Any relevant information found may be discussed during the interview process.