Early Years Educator / Nursery Nurse - 2-Year-Old Room

Early Years Educator / Nursery Nurse - 2-Year-Old Room

Location: Hackney, East London

Pay Rate: £18.04 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Fuel Curiosity, Independence, and Toddler Milestones!

Are you an energetic, patient, and qualified Early Years professional who loves the unique rewards of working with two-year-olds?

Would you thrive in a warm, collaborative environment where independence is nurtured, curiosity is celebrated, and your impact is felt every single day?

SANZA Teaching Agency is partnered with a highly regarded, community-focused Children's Centre in Hackney. We are searching for an enthusiastic Early Years Educator / Nursery Nurse to step into their dynamic 2-Year-Old Room team as soon as possible.

This thriving Children's Centre is closely linked to a successful primary school, offering an established, high-quality learning environment where children are supported to grow from toddlers into confident learners.

What Makes This Setting Special?

This is a setting that truly values relationship-led practice. You will join an approachable, friendly leadership team and a collaborative staff group dedicated to giving local children the absolute best foundation for their education.

Your benefits will include:

• A Vibrant 2-Year-Old Room: A purpose-built, stimulating space designed for active toddler exploration.
• Work-Life Balance: A rare full-time, term-time-only schedule.
• Competitive Pay: £18.04 per hour.
• Try Before You Commit: Paid trial days are available immediately.
• Stability: A genuine long-term opportunity with a clear path of continuity.
• Strong Community: A school-linked centre with excellent resources.

Your Role in the 2-Year-Old Room

Two-year-olds are at a magical stage of rapid language growth, developing social skills, and newfound independence. Your day-to-day will focus on guiding them through these crucial milestones.

Your core responsibilities:

• Promoting Independence: Supporting toddlers as they learn to navigate social boundaries, self-regulate, and develop self-help skills.
• Active Play-Based Learning: Designing engaging, sensory, and physical activities that capture their bursting curiosity.
• Communication & Language: Introducing rich vocabulary, stories, and songs to boost early language acquisition.
• Responsive Care & Trust: Building safe, secure bonds so children feel confident enough to explore.
• Parent Partnerships: Maintaining open, daily communication with families and carers regarding progress.
• Observations & Progress Tracking: Completing observations and updating learning journeys, specifically tracking the unique milestones of the age 2 development review.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Experienced: Proven experience managing the specific needs, energy, and milestones of 2-year-olds or young children.

Qualified: Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above is essential).

• Patient & Proactive: A professional who meets toddler tantrums with calm empathy and toddler successes with genuine joy.
• Collaborative: Ready to work seamlessly alongside an established, passionate classroom team.
• Reliable: Totally committed to safeguarding, consistency, and maintaining a high standard of care.

Why Join Through SANZA?

Ss a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer and an REC Audited Education Gold Standard agency, SANZA Teaching Agency connects exceptional educators with London's finest settings.

Registering with us gives you access to:

• Over 30+ accredited, free CPD courses to expand your EYFS knowledge.
• Tailored, 1-on-1 support from an experienced education consultant.
• A strict, transparent commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and equal opportunities.

Apply Now - Immediate Paid Trials Available

Interviews and paid trial days are being arranged immediately. If you are ready to make a lasting impact in an outstanding Hackney setting, we want to hear from you today!

To apply or find out more, contact Stephanie Watson at SANZA Teaching Agency: Telephone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)

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