Early Childhood Professional

Shape Young Minds. Build Your Career. Make a Lasting Difference.

Location: Weston-Super-Mare

Salary: £12.71 - £15.40 per hours (DOE)

Additional Benefits value c£5k

Contract: Full-time/Part-Time & Permanent

Are you a qualified Early Years professional looking to develop your career in a high-quality, child-centred environment?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in children's early development while benefiting from clear career progression, continuous professional development and the support to achieve your long-term career goals.

As an Early Years professional, you will create inspiring learning experiences, champion children's development and work in partnership with families to provide the very best start in life.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for:

• Delivering high-quality early education and care in line with the EYFS framework.
• Planning and facilitating engaging learning experiences that support children's individual development.
• Observing, assessing and documenting children's progress and achievements.
• Building strong, professional relationships with families, colleagues and external partners.
• Promoting children's wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion at all times.
• Contributing to a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and professional practice.

There are also opportunities to develop specialist expertise in areas such as:

• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Safeguarding
• Early Language Development
• Behaviour and Wellbeing
• Coaching, Training and Quality Improvement

What We're Looking For

• A recognised Early Years qualification.
• A strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for children.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• A professional, reflective and proactive approach to practice.
• A genuine interest in Early Years education.

Why Join Us?

We believe Early Years professionals deserve rewarding careers with opportunities to grow, specialise and lead.

We're proud to offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where people can develop and thrive.

Flexible Working

Please talk to us about flexible working options.

Learning and Development

• Ongoing professional development and funded training opportunities.
• Mentoring and coaching from experienced Early Years leaders.
• Support to gain higher-level qualifications and specialist skills.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Recognition and reward for exceptional practice.

Health and Wellbeing

• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Generous annual leave from day one.
• Extra days off for Christmas and personal day!
• People's Pension.
• Life assurance.

Happy Days is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Happy Days Nurseries is committed to safeguarding children. All offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including verification of your right to work in the UK.

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