Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd
Early Years Educator (Unqualified)
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Early Years Educator (Unqualified) – 91 Worcester Rd, Sutton, SM2 6QL
Salary & Working Arrangements
- Salary: Up to £27,262 per year
- Bonus: Potential to earn an additional £1,000
- Hours: Option of a 4-day or 5-day working week
About the Role
Start a rewarding career helping young children learn, grow, and explore. At Fennies, we believe outstanding childcare begins with outstanding people. No prior nursery experience is required—just a passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
As an Early Years Educator (Unqualified), you’ll join a collaborative team to create a safe, nurturing, and joyful learning environment where children can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Support children during play, learning activities, and daily routines
- Design engaging experiences that spark curiosity and development
- Collaborate with your team to maintain a welcoming, organised, and safe nursery
- Foster strong bonds with children and their families
- Help children build confidence, independence, and wellbeing
Every day brings variety—you may assist with creative projects, outdoor play, or supporting skill development through meaningful moments.
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We invest in our team with competitive benefits, career growth, and a supportive workplace:
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Competitive Pay & Perks
- Base salary up to £27,262
- Performance-based bonuses up to £1,000
- £500 referral bonus
- Childcare discounts
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Work-Life Balance
- Flexible 4-day or 5-day workweek
- 20 days’ annual leave (increasing by 1 day per year up to 25) plus bank holidays
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Wellbeing Support
- BUPA Wellbeing Support
- Free daily meals in the Fennies Café
- Team events (summer BBQs, Christmas parties, celebrations)
- Recognition awards through the Fennies Club
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Career Development
- Full training provided
- Opportunities to gain Level 2/3 Early Years qualifications while working
- Personalisd development plans, mentorship, and support
The role is ideal if you: ✔ Enjoy working with children and helping them develop ✔ Are starting a meaningful career in childcare/education ✔ Have experience in care roles (e.g., teaching assistant, nanny, babysitter) ✔ Want a diverse, active, and engaging role every day ✔ Have made a career change into early years
Many Fennies educators begin with this role and later progress to qualified positions—this could be your first step!
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Our Values
🔹 Be Yourself – We celebrate individuality and grow together. 🔹 Come Together – Strong community bonds form our success. 🔹 Be All In – We provide the resources and support to excel. 🔹 Go Further – Your growth is our priority.
Get Started
Learn more about working at Fennies: 📞 Contact our Talent Recruitment Team: 0208 770 3222 ✉️ Email: recruitment@fennies.com 🌐 Apply Now: https://fennies.com/contact-us
For questions or inspiration about our work culture, just reach out—we’d love to chat!
Diversity & Inclusion
At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams shape better learning environments. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Safeguarding Commitment
Fennies prioritises the welfare of children and young people. All new hires will undergo:
- Enhanced DBS checks
- Proof of identity requirements
- Online safeguarding verification (including social media checks for shortlisted candidates)
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