Early Years Educator Level 3

ADVERT - EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR LEVEL 3

Permanent Early Years Educator Level 3 20 hours per week TTO + 1 Inset Day

Grade E SCP 11- 17 / £28,142 - £31,022 pro rata Actual Salary - £12,719 - £14,021

(All Early Years Educator (level 3) qualifications must meet the national requirements set by Ofqual for valid, reliable assessment and awarding procedures. They must also be regulated by Ofqual onto the Qualifications and Credit Framework or National Qualifications Framework.)

We are looking to appoint two Early Years Educators (Level 3) to work within our nursery setting.

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career? Orchards Nursery School is seeking 2 part time dedicated Lead Early Years Educators to join our nurturing and dynamic team. One working mornings, and one afternoons, the roles will overlap at lunchtime.

About the Role

As a Lead Early Years Educator, you will work closely with our experienced Nursery team to support, guide, and inspire our amazing children. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality early education, ensuring every child has access to a stimulating, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with and supervise individuals and groups of children, supporting a wide range of learning needs
• Enable access to learning for all children, including those with specific individual needs
• Support children, families, staff, and the overall setting in line with the EYFS framework
• Support the class teacher and deputise in their absence when required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working within an Early Years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• A team player
• A caring, patient, and inclusive approach to childcare and education
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Why Join Orchards Nursery School?

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s early learning journeys

If you are committed to providing outstanding early years education and are ready to take on a leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape young minds at Orchards Nursery School.

Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026 at 1:00pm
Interviews: Thursday 23rd April 2026
For further details and an information pack please download from Greater Jobs website

Ref: ONPERMTA3

Please submit an error free completed application form via email:

recruitment@theorchards.bolton.sch.uk

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

An equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from all sectors of the community