Early Years Educator (2 posts) - First Steps NHS Nursery
- Exeter
- Full Time
- Up to £15.45 per hour / £30,223.60 per annum (which includes a 10% recruitment retention payment, to be reviewed 31.3.27)
Job role
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our friendly team. You will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
Main duties
- Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Support children's learning and development through play and purposeful interactions
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Observe, assess and record children's progress
- Maintain a safe, clean and inclusive environment
- Support children's personal care routines as required
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies at all times
- Contribute to planning, assessments and team meetings
- Act as a key person for a group of children
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with children and families
- Good understanding of child development and the EYFS
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Organised, reliable and professional approach to work
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable skills
- Experience supporting children with additional needs
- Experience of using observation and assessment systems
- Full and relevant early years qualification (or above) recognised by the Department for Education – or if not qualified, get in touch about joining us to complete an apprenticeship.
Training available
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Safeguarding training
- Paediatric First Aid training (where required)
- SEND and inclusion training
- Opportunities to develop specialist skills and progress within the nursery
- NHS learning and development opportunities
What we offer
- Fixed shifts with a predictable working pattern
- 37.5-hour working week across 4 working days
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays
- Enhanced NHS sickness benefits
- Staff wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
- Opportunities for career progression and development
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
Join our Outstanding nursery and help make a difference to children's lives every day.
For further information about the role, including a job description, please follow this link: Early Years Educator | 12 June, 2026 | Vacancies and careers with Royal Devon NHS
Apply
Please apply by vising the NHS jobs website: Early Years Educator | 12 June, 2026 | Vacancies and careers with Royal Devon NHS
For further information please contact: Rachel Berriman, Nursery Manager on 01392 405858.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Interview Date: Tbc
Job Details
- OrganisationChildcare
- Work LocationExeter
- Work Postcode
EX2 5DW
- Reference
- Occupational GroupChildcare
- Salary Details
Up to £15.45 per hour / £30,223.60 per annum (which includes a 10% recruitment retention payment, to be reviewed 31.3.27)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37.5 hrs per week across 4 days. All year round.
- Closing Date
11/07/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes