Reflections Nursery & Forest School in Worthing is recruiting for a full-time Outdoor Educator (Level 3 qualified or above) to join our team of highly skilled educators.

You will be responsible for supporting Beach School programme as well as our Outdoor Education back at the Nursery.

You will be an experienced Early Years educator with a minimum qualification of Level 3 and with an ideal track record of supporting outdoor learning.

Are you .

_Good at listening to children's ideas?_

_Extremely safe and vigilant whilst also supporting children in managing their own risks?_

_A lover of the outdoors and varying weathers?_

_Interested in supporting children's big questions and concepts and facilitating their thinking around these?_

We want to hear from you!

Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification according to the DfE qualification checker.

The position will involve working across all age groups in the nursery, working 40 hours per week. Hours will be variable on a shift basis working between the hours of 7.20am- 6.20pm, Monday to Friday.

Reflections Nursery is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the children, staff and volunteers attending the setting and all positions will be offered subject to an enhanced DBS and suitable references being obtained.

Our package offers:

Employee assistance programme (health, mental and emotional well-being support)

Employer Contribution Pension scheme

Access to ongoing training and professional development

Support & mentoring from our existing knowledgeable educators

Social & Team-building events

Access to staff relaxation areas with unlimited free hot and cold drinks and tasty treats

A free hot lunch

Career progression for those who wish to further their professional development.

If you are enthusiastic and want to make a positive difference in children's lives then apply!

Little Dukes is part of the Dukes Education family - A group of nurseries, schools and colleges located throughout Europe. We are united in our common goal to provide exceptional educational opportunities to children of all ages. Our Vision is to offer the best pedagogical approaches, such as Montessori and Forest School, but with the flexibility for our members of staff to shine, grow and develop along with the children and families they support.

You will be required to complete our application form and follow our safer recruitment procedures, which includes carrying out Enhanced DBS checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: GBP24,310.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Sick pay

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

School type:

Day nursery

Ability to commute/relocate:

Worthing: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Outdoor Educator: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Level 3 Early Years qualification (required)

Forest Education certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person