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: £23,088.00 - £25,396.80 per year (pay award pending for April 2026)

We’re 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 you. In 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 children’s 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 “I’m 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

• We’re 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 children’s learning and development and high levels of wellbeing are met throughout the day.
• To accurately track children’s 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 child’s learning
• Commitment to and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to manage self and work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to manage risk and safeguard children’s safety.

We offer a wide range of benefits:

Read more about the benefits of working at Sweet Peas here https://sweetpeasnursery.co.uk/join-us/

• 4 day working week with fixed day off. Monday to Friday. No weekends
• Competitive salary (15% increase in wages in the last year alone)
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• 50% childcare discount worth up to £9,500 pa per child
• Medical cash plan benefit and Confidential employee assist helpline
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Free quality 2-course meals worth up to £875 a year
• Free parking, just 4 minutes from M1 Jn 47 and great public transport links
• Referral programme

To apply:

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

Please apply with your CV to recruit@sweetpeasnursery.co.uk