Early Years Educator – Immediate Start
Job Title: Early Years Educator
Location: Wakefield and Surrounding Areas
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £12 – £15 per hour
Contract: Flexible Temporary Opportunities
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Early Years Educator who loves helping little learners grow, explore and discover?
Do you have at least six months' experience working within a childcare setting and a genuine passion for supporting children's early development?
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work across friendly and welcoming private day nurseries in Wakefield?
TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a number of fantastic private day nurseries across Wakefield and the surrounding areas, and we are looking for caring, dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Educators to join our growing team!
Our partner nurseries are committed to creating safe, nurturing and stimulating environments where children can learn, play and thrive. Each setting offers a welcoming atmosphere, supportive teams and exciting opportunities to make a real difference during the most important stages of a child's development.
We are currently recruiting Early Years Educators for flexible temporary opportunities, with immediate starts available. Whether you're looking for regular work, additional experience or the opportunity to explore different nursery environments, we would love to hear from you!
As an Early Years Educator, you will play a vital role in supporting children's learning and development through engaging activities, creative play and everyday routines. You will work alongside experienced nursery teams to create a positive, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and supported.
The successful Early Years Educator will have:
A minimum of six months' experience working within a childcare or early years setting
A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach to supporting young children
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
The ability to build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
A creative and engaging approach to supporting learning through play
The flexibility to support children across different nursery age groups
A genuine passion for helping children learn, develop and achieve their milestones
In return for the above, you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
Market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the correct level of tax and National Insurance, with no unnecessary administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.
Ready to take the next step in your Early Years career?
If you're a passionate Early Years Educator looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference every day, we would love to hear from you!
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About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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