Senior Early Years Educator

About The Role

Senior Early Years Educator

• Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week, All Year Round Salary Range: NJC Scale 5 Actual Salary: £35,493 - £37,077 per annum Required for: Mid-January 2027 Are you an inspiring Early Years practitioner ready to take the next step in your career? Join our award-winning team at Ambler as a Senior Early Years Educator. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic practitioner passionate about giving every child the best start in life. You will deliver high-quality, child-centred care and education, model excellent practice and support colleagues to create a nurturing, inclusive and language-rich environment where every child can thrive. If you are committed to improving outcomes for children and families, we would love to hear from you! Hours: A range of shifts between 8am and 6pm, all year round . We are looking for someone who has: Excellent communication and organisational, with the ability to support and inspire colleagues. A genuine passion for working with young children, with patience, empathy and a nurturing approach. Strong knowledge and experience of delivering high-quality care and education for babies and young children. A secure understanding of the EYFS and the ability to plan and deliver engaging experiences that meet children's individual needs. The ability to observe, assess and document children's learning and development effectively. The confidence to model excellent practice, work collaboratively and contribute to whole-school priorities and initiatives. A commitment to improving outcomes for all children and families, including through effective multi-agency working. A strong understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and relevant policies and procedures. At Ambler, we promote equality, challenge discrimination and recognise the positive value that comes from having a truly diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who reflect the diverse community of our school. Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 15 November 2026 Short-listing: Monday 16 November 2026 Interviews: Monday 23 November 2026 Please apply online at https://jobs.islington.gov.uk/ If you need any assistance, please email [email protected] quoting reference: AMB2608. Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Also, this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.