Level 3 Early Years Educator – Permanent Opportunity

Are you a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator looking for your next exciting opportunity?
We are currently recruiting for a fantastic nursery setting in Oxford that is looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Educator to join their team.
This is more than just a nursery role — you'll have the opportunity to shape young lives, inspire curiosity and support children to thrive every day.
Location: Oxford, OX3 7XP
Pay: £30,056 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
What you'll be doing:
As an Early Years Educator, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, develop and have fun.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing outstanding care and education in line with the EYFS
* Supporting each child's individual learning and development
* Planning and delivering fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
* Creating a warm, caring and stimulating environment
* Building strong and positive relationships with children and their families
* Working closely with colleagues to provide excellent standards of care
* Supporting children's wellbeing, development and learning
* Maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding
You will need:
* A Level 3 qualification in a full and relevant UK-recognised Early Years discipline
* A strong understanding of the EYFS
* Good knowledge of safeguarding children
* A genuine passion for working with children
* A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach
* The ability to work effectively as part of a team
What's on offer?
You'll be joining a supportive nursery environment with a fantastic benefits package, including:
* 🚗 Free on-site parking
* 🍎 Free breakfast, lunch and healthy snacks
* 🧸 80% childcare discount from October – T&Cs apply
* 🎓 Accredited training and development opportunities
* 🎂 Your birthday off
* 👶 Enhanced maternity, paternity, fertility and adoption leave
* 🌿 Wellbeing benefits, staff rewards and team events
* 🏆 Long-service awards
* 🏖️ Enhanced holiday allowance
* 💷 Pension scheme
* 🤝 Support from a dedicated central team
* 🌟 Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
Ready for your next step?
If you're a Level 3 qualified Early Years professional who wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives while developing your own career, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch.
📌 Please note: Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required, and all successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks