Assistant Educator
Posted 5 hours 18 minutes ago by N Family Club
Department: Nursery Education
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Ockham, Surrey
Reporting To: Sukhvinder Hothi
Compensation: £26,437 - £26,957 / year
DescriptionWe're more than just a nursery group. We're the UK's most innovative early-years education provider.
At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We're proudly making our dream a reality - and we want you to be a part of it!
As an Assistant Educator at N Family, you'll support your team in creating an inspirational environment that delivers the best care and education - guiding every child to dream big, think independently, and explore the world with confidence. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving nursery, you'll learn from experienced educators, understand the different needs of all the children in your care, and help bring our N Curriculum to life as you grow and develop in your role.
Your key responsibilities- Deliver our 'learning through play' ethos and our N Curriculum with care and flair.
- Follow our daily routine and ensure smooth transitions from mealtimes to naptimes to playtimes.
- Support the planning of innovative, challenging learning experiences that encourage child development.
- Support with high-quality observations, assessments, and planning for key children.
- Help supervise mealtimes in line with N's safety policies.
- Complete daily health & safety checks thoroughly, escalating concerns where needed.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with parents.
- Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice.
- Make sure every area is kept clean and tidy throughout the day.
- Help with day-to-day tasks that keep the nursery running smoothly.
- You don't need previous experience in a similar role, just a genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children!
- The drive to complete your full induction and take up opportunities for further training and development, including Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Child Protection, and the opportunity to gain a Level 2/Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- A positive, glass-half-full outlook.
- Bags of drive and motivation with a 'make it happen' attitude!
- A love for customer service.
- High energy for every task you take on.
- Competitive salary - £26,437 - £26,957 per annum
- Performance bonus - Up to £750 annually.
- Flexible working - Choose 4-5 days a week for a work-life balance that suits you.
- Industry-leading holiday allowance - Up to 35 days, including a personal 'Me' day and Christmas closure.
- Development fund - £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
- No uniforms - £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
- Family-friendly - Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
- Childcare - 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.
- Loyalty rewards - 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: Out of this world experience + 2 more weeks off!
- Referral scheme - Earn up to £1000 per successful hire.
- Amazing discounts - Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
- Travel support - Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Socials & Wellbeing - Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
- And much, much more!
Join our fantastic team at this charming 64-place nursery set in the peaceful surroundings of Ockham, Surrey. Getting here is a breeze! Just a 20-minute walk from Effingham Junction station, and easily accessible from Guildford, Surbiton, Woking, and beyond.