Cherubs Nurseries
Early Years Educator - Mapperley
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Early Years Educator - Mapperley
Qualified Early Years Educator – Childcare Role (30-40 hours per week)
We value early years—just like you do! If you’re an Energetic, Creative, and Passionate Early Years Educator, ready to inspire and nurture young minds in a supportive environment, we’d love to welcome you to our team at Cherubs Nurseries.
About the Role
Join Cherubs Nurseries, a family-owned, rapidly growing business committed to providing an empowering early learning experience.
Our nurseries blend Montessori, Hygge, Reggio Emilia, and Forest School-inspired approaches to create an environment where children thrive.
We believe children flourish when they are connected to vibrant, inclusive communities. As part of our Community Life initiative, we:
- Organise annual fundraising events
- Drive sustainability projects
- Champion diversely-gendered early years workforces (with support from MITEY)
- Enhance the local areas we serve
A longstanding presence since 1993, we combine the warmth of a family business with professional opportunities like: ✔ Personalised development pathways ✔ Internal training for continued growth ✔ Opportunities to progress across nurseries ✔ Competitive rewards, such as 30% off childcare and staff benefits (including free lunches) ✔ Strong team ethos, offering support as you grow with us
Explore your next career move at Cherubs Mapperley—a modern 73-place nursery in Nottingham, ideally located near local amenities (coffee shops, shops, pharmacies, and dental services).
What You’ll Be Doing
Core Responsibilities
As part of our dedicated Childcare Team, your role will be impactful and multi-faceted:
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- Care & Support: Provide a nurturing, inspiring environment, fostering emotional growth and development.
- Safeguarding: Ensure the nursery stays safe, clean, and secure, with strict adherence to safeguarding policies.
- Role Modelling: Demonstrate best practice daily, acting as a positive example for children and colleagues.
- Parent Engagement: Greet parents warmly and give clear, meaningful handovers daily.
- Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed observations (e.g., Nursery In A Box for key children), ensuring they align with EYFS guidelines.
Daily Excellence in Environment & Engagement
- Maintain a welcoming, organised room/lounge space with engaging displays and accessible resources.
- Design and deliver high-quality indoor/outdoor activities tailored to each child’s needs.
- Attend mandatory training, including in-house and external sessions (potential weekend attendance for some).
Community & Events
Participate in weekly events including:
- Parents’ evenings
- Staff meetings
- Summer fairs
- Organisational team building
Be part of a collaborative culture—ਾਰुदी exclusion, but high standards。
About Us
We believe early years matter. Cherubs Nurseries isn’t just about childcare—it’s about cultivating curiosity, creativity, and community.
Our locally rooted approach means your work creates ripple effects, inspiring not just one child, but the families and neighbourhoods that surround them.
‘Why Cherubs?’ Benefits
| Benefits | Details |
|---|---|
| Staff Discount | 30% off childcare across our nurseries |
| Recognition & Reward | Long-service awards for 5+ years (e.g., holidays, bonuses) |
| Staff Wellbeing | After 1-year’s service, enjoy an annual “Me Day” with paid time off |
| Healthy Eating | Complimentary prepared fresh meals provided daily by our Chef |
| Professional Growth | Access to personalised training plans and expertise from longstanding team members |
| Compact & Supportive Workspaces | Modern nurseries combining space for play with resident supervisors |
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Expectations & Commitment
Who We’re Looking For
A passionate pavorable educator who brings:
- Empathy and respect for children of all backgrounds
- Commitment to reflective practice and continuous learning
- Support for our values: Play, resilience, respect, and happiness
What We Ask From You
To enable child safety, ensure compliance with regulations, and respect legal commitments involving:
- Right to work in the UK
- Updated DBS, two satisfactory references, and completed “Keeping Children Safe” form
- Some roles require a 5-year employment history
Discover Your New Opportunity
If every day is about shaping little minds, fostering families, and building communities—we’d love you to be part of Cherubs.
Apply today—together, we can make every moment count. 🌟
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