Treehouse Nursery School
Early years educator
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Early Years Educator - full time
Join Our Outstanding and Award-Winning Team at Treehouse Nursery Schools, Wanstead!
Treehouse Nursery School in East London is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and skilled Early Years Educator. As a UNICEF Rights Respecting Nursery committed to fostering children’s personal, emotional, and social development, we are seeking a dedicated professional who shares our values and vision to join our outstanding team.
At Treehouse, we are proud to be a Rights Respecting Nursery School, embedding the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into every aspect of our practice. We actively nurture children’s understanding of their rights, ensuring they feel valued, listened to, and empowered within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
About the Role
As part of our outstanding setting, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and our sequenced curriculum, supporting children’s holistic development.
- Actively embed rights-respecting principles into daily practice, encouraging respect, empathy, and positive relationships.
- Work collaboratively with a dedicated team of educators to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
- Support children during key routines, including breakfast, after-school provision, play opportunities, and transitions.
- Participate in training and reflective practice, contributing to the continuous improvement of our provision.
Why Join Treehouse Nursery School?
This role is more than a job, it is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You will join a growing organisation with ambitious goals and a compassionate ethos, where staff are supported, valued, and encouraged to develop professionally.
The nursery is conveniently located just moments from Wanstead Station (Central Line), with multiple bus routes stopping directly outside for easy commuting.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are looking for a Level 2 and Level 3-qualified Early Years Educator who has:
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- Experience delivering high-quality practice within an Outstanding EYFS framework.
- A strong commitment to promoting children’s rights and amplifying children’s voices.
- Creativity, empathy, and a genuine passion for nurturing curiosity and independence.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Energy, enthusiasm, and a deep commitment to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
What We Offer
- Salary: £26,624 to £30,500 per annum, depending on qualification and experience.
- Contract: Full Time
- A collaborative and inspiring work environment.
- A CPD and a culture fully committed to evidence-based teaching and learning development.
- An opportunity to work alongside motivated and passionate colleagues in a positive, purposeful, and ambitious nursery setting.
- Access to leadership mentoring programme tailored for aspiring staff taking on leadership roles.
- Holiday allowance of 33 days. We also pay you 3 additional days when the nursery is closed during Christmas and New Year.
- Day off on your Birthday
- Access to a dedicated employee well-being committee and an active employee forum with assigned representatives.
- 24/7/365 Confidential Counselling Helpline - Freephone support available anytime, day or night — whenever you need someone to talk to.
- Medical Information & Guidance - Quick access to reliable health information to help you make informed decisions.
- Legal & Financial Information Support - Practical guidance on everyday legal and money matters — helping you feel more confident and in control.
- Family Coverage Included Partners and dependants in full-time education are covered too* — giving your household extra peace of mind.
- Critical Incident Support - Immediate telephone support following traumatic or high-impact workplace events.
- Online Help & Expert Advice - On-demand support for real-life challenges including debt, bereavement, family issues, alcohol/drugs, tax, childcare, and more.
- 1-to-1 Financial Coaching (3 x 30 minutes) - Speak directly with a financial adviser to review your situation and build a clearer financial plan.
- Occupational Health Support - Expert occupational health guidance to help you meet your legal responsibilities with confidence and care.
- Virtual GP Access - Fast, clinically governed GP appointments — reducing wait times and improving access to care.
- Wisdom Wellbeing App + 1,000+ Discounts - A powerful wellbeing app packed with exclusive savings, mood tracking, breathing techniques, expert content and preventative wellness programmes — all in your pocket.
- Day 1 Stress Intervention - Early clinical support from day one to reduce stress-related absence and help prevent long-term sick leave.
- Manager Support & Consultancy - Dedicated support for managers to strengthen leadership, improve performance and support career development.
- Eldercare & Childcare Support - Support and advice to help you manage caring responsibilities and family needs.
- Life & Leadership Coaching - Personalised coaching sessions designed to support both personal wellbeing and professional development.
- Up to 10 Counselling Sessions Per Issue, Per Year - Access structured support via telephone, video, online chat or face-to-face sessions (face-to-face included).
- Attend networking dinners and charity events.
- Be part of a vibrant social calendar designed to foster team spirit and community.
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Our Commitment to Safeguarding
Treehouse Nursery Schools is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are passionate about early years education and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking, and values-driven full-time team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us continue nurturing confident, compassionate, and curious young learners.
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